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Healthcare Science (Neurophysiology)

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,B

At least one being maths, biology, physics or chemistry.

Distinction and Merit profile against the rules of combination. We do not accept Access to Healthcare or Access to Healthcare and Nursing.

360

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDD

Pass at B and either BB at A level (including Maths, Biology, Physics or Chemistry) or DD at BTEC

UCAS Tariff

120

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About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Clinical physiology

Swansea University’s BSc in Neurophysiology will give you the expert training you need to begin a rewarding, highly skilled career working in the healthcare profession, diagnosing, and monitoring people with neurological disorders.

You will learn about the function of the nervous system and the conditions that affect it, such as stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and nerve and muscle dysfunction.

As you progress, you will develop the understanding and confidence to undertake specialist procedures in neurophysiology, combining your in-depth academic work with practical clinical skills in a range of specialised healthcare settings.

Neurophysiology is an exciting field that requires a high level of responsibility and problem-solving ability. As a neurophysiologist, you will frequently carry out investigations in dedicated environments or departments, such as intensive care settings and operating theatres, working with patients of all ages.
We are the only university in Wales to offer a BSc in Neurophysiology and our course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science.

Our state-of-the-art facilities allow you to learn and practice your clinical and technical skills in our simulated clinical practice rooms. Equipped with the latest technology and equipment, each room offers a unique environment that replicates a wide range of realistic clinical settings. The rooms provide an excellent opportunity for you to put theory into practice and gain confidence and experience in clinical environments.

You will spend around half of your course on clinical placements giving you greater insight into the skills you have learnt with our expert clinical teaching team. Clinical Placements will teach you how to present to patients and will embed your learning into your practise.

The course is accredited by all the major regulatory bodies, and you will benefit from our strong links with the NHS and local health boards, with our nearest hospital being next to our Singleton Park campus. Many of our academic staff in Health Sciences are also practising clinicians, providing invaluable professional insight and expertise.

You will also join a university that is:

• 15th in the UK for Course Satisfaction - Guardian University Guide 2023
• 12th in the UK for Student Satisfaction – NSS 2021
• UK Top 25 University - Guardian University Guide 2022

Modules

Year 1
· Professional Practice 1
· Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare Science
· Pathophysiology for Healthcare Science
· Basics of Mathematics and Physics for Healthcare Science
· Neurosensory Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology
· Neurosensory Science
· Neurosensory Clinical Measurement and Treatment
Year 2
· Applied Neurophysiology and Instrumentation
· Neuroanatomy and Physiology
· Evoked Potentials
· Clinical Neurophysiology 2
· Research Methods and Statistics
· Instrumentation Signal Processing and Imaging
· Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 1 (Neurophysiology)
Year 3
· Specialist Neurophysiology
· Abnormal EEG and Interpretation
· Neuropathology
· Professional Practice 3
· Healthcare Science Research Project
· Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 2 (Neurophysiology)

Assessment methods

You will be assessed via a variety of methods throughout the three years of study. You will complete written examinations, written assignments, presentations, case-based discussions and assessments of clinical competency. In year three, you will have the chance to complete a research project in your chosen healthcare science programme. The results of this will be presented as part of your dissertation and you will be involved in a peer-assessment scientific poster presentation.

Extra funding

This course is funded by the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme meaning students have their tuition fees covered providing they commit to work in NHS Wales for 2 years following graduation.

The Uni


Course location:

Singleton Park Campus

Department:

Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

65%
Clinical physiology

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Anatomy, physiology and pathology

Teaching and learning

61%
Staff make the subject interesting
72%
Staff are good at explaining things
72%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
94%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

72%
Library resources
89%
IT resources
71%
Course specific equipment and facilities
17%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

100%
UK students
0%
International students
37%
Male students
63%
Female students
88%
2:1 or above
7%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

B
C
B

After graduation


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Anatomy, physiology and pathology

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£22,000
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Average annual salary
100%
high
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

79%
Nursing and midwifery professionals
14%
Health professionals
2%
Therapy professionals

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Anatomy, physiology and pathology

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

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Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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