Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology (Cardiac Physiology) in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
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Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,300
(c. USD21,811.85)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The four-year BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology program combines academic study with practical placements, serving as the primary training pathway for aspiring Clinical Physiologists and Healthcare Science Practitioners. Our curriculum specifically prepares Healthcare Science Practitioners specializing in Cardiovascular Physiology within the physiological sciences field.
Graduates enter diverse healthcare environments, performing reliable diagnostic tests, examinations, and patient/client interventions.
Our interdisciplinary programs blend conventional subjects with clinical applications, taught by expert academics and healthcare professionals with input from patients, caregivers, and community members.
Specialize in Cardiac Physiology while gaining comprehensive knowledge of organ systems and their effects on human health.
A structured, evolving curriculum combines hands-on workplace training with theoretical learning, building essential knowledge, skills, and professional competencies to support student success.
Dedicated academic staff provide consistent guidance through personal tutoring during the entire educational journey.
Instruction draws from internationally recognized research and professional insights in biomedicine, clinical practice, and teaching methodologies.
An enriched learning atmosphere created by the Faculty of Health's strong healthcare education presence, state-of-the-art labs, and facilities, plus the enduring influence of Teaching and Learning Excellence Centers.
A pathway to professional registration as a Clinical Physiologist or Healthcare Science Practitioner.
Full-time duration: 4 years (including compulsory placement).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
GCSE
Mathematics and English Language grade C/4
Plus suitable Level 3 qualifications as outlined below:
A Level
104-120 UCAS points from three A levels to include the following:
Grade B in Biology
Grade B in a second Science subject from Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Nutrition or Environmental Science/Studies
General studies is not accepted for this course.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma
DMM in BTEC (Science/Human Health based) depending on the BTEC and units studied. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application or contact Admissions for further advice.
T level
Accepted preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Pass an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science/Human Health based) with 33 Level 3 credits at merit or distinction, including 15 Level 3 credits in Biology and 18 Level 3 credits in Chemistry, Maths, or Physics.
International Baccalaureate
28 points overall to include the following:
Higher Level 5 in Biology
Higher Level 5 in a second Science from Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Nutrition or Environmental Science/Studies
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level 4, standard level 5
English Language
If English is not your first language, an IELTS with an overall average score of at least 7.0, with a score of at least 7.0 in all sections will be required.
Other requirements
Applicants must also pass an interview, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/Police Check) and Occupational Health (OCH) checks satisfactorily in order to be eligible to enrol on to the programme.
Mathematics and English Language grade C/4
Plus suitable Level 3 qualifications as outlined below:
A Level
104-120 UCAS points from three A levels to include the following:
Grade B in Biology
Grade B in a second Science subject from Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Nutrition or Environmental Science/Studies
General studies is not accepted for this course.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma
DMM in BTEC (Science/Human Health based) depending on the BTEC and units studied. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application or contact Admissions for further advice.
T level
Accepted preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Pass an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science/Human Health based) with 33 Level 3 credits at merit or distinction, including 15 Level 3 credits in Biology and 18 Level 3 credits in Chemistry, Maths, or Physics.
International Baccalaureate
28 points overall to include the following:
Higher Level 5 in Biology
Higher Level 5 in a second Science from Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Nutrition or Environmental Science/Studies
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level 4, standard level 5
English Language
If English is not your first language, an IELTS with an overall average score of at least 7.0, with a score of at least 7.0 in all sections will be required.
Other requirements
Applicants must also pass an interview, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/Police Check) and Occupational Health (OCH) checks satisfactorily in order to be eligible to enrol on to the programme.
Tuition
GBP
16,300