Health Sciences (W44)

In this diploma, you’ll study the essential scientific concepts underpinning the function of the human mind and body; the incidence, diagnosis and treatment of disease and disability; and the maintenance and improvement of health in different populations. If you’re interested in the science behind our health – from what we can do as individuals to stay healthy, to global health issues such as epidemics or the treatment of people with dementia – this diploma is for you. It’s particularly relevant if you work in health-related professions, or you’re thinking about doing so.

Key features of the course

• Explore health and disease from a multidisciplinary, evidence-based perspective

• Use innovative online collaborative and virtual experiences to develop science practical skills

• Develop a wide range of transferable skills

• Build a solid foundation for further study

Course Modules

This health sciences diploma has two stages, each comprising 120 credits.

Stage 1: You’ll study two 60-credit modules introducing the science of human health and exploring human biology, developing the skills for further biomedical or health sciences study.

Stage 2: You’ll study one 60-credit module focused on physical health, and two 30-credit modules that examine mental health and public health.