Health Sciences 2015 UG Prospectus

LEADING THE WAY IN HEALTHCAREHealth Sciences Undergraduate and Pre-registration Courses 2016

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Reach your goals at Southampton by combining your ambition, your talent and our support.Choosing the right place to study is an important decision, with many factors to think about. Join us, an institution in the top one per cent of world universities* and a founding member of the Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities. At Southampton you are taught by world-leading academics on courses that are designed around you. We get you ready for the global jobs market, while giving you a great student experience.

Here at Health Sciences we also give you everything you need to gain professional accreditation, hands-on learning, solid employment prospects and an outstanding values-based curriculum. So take a closer look and see for yourself exactly what we can do for you and your future career.

CHOOSE

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*QS World University Ranking 2014

04 Choose Southampton 12 Our people16 Your student experience18 Accommodation22 Course overview 24 Course information40 Registration with your professional body41 Support42 Applying and funding43 International Students44 Travel details46 How to find us

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CHOOSE SOUTHAMPTON: A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

SAFE STAFFINGProfessor Peter Griffiths was chosen to review national guidelines about safe hospital staffing levels.

BERRY BREAKTHROUGHAcademic Bashir Lwaleed participated in research that revealed the North American chokeberry may boost the effectiveness of some cancer drugs.

TACKLING EBOLA

Nursing graduate William Pooley travelled

to Sierra Leone to help fight the battle

against Ebola.

We are an institution in the

TOP 1% of global

universities

The city of Southampton has a history of innovation and exploration. As a forward-thinking University, we uphold these values in our education and research; join us to forge your successful future.

â Our students can study in 54 countries across the world

â Our 195,000 graduates are part of a network of professionals that covers 180 countries

â Our academics make a difference on every continent

â Our business, government and non-government organisation partners span the globe

â We are part of the Worldwide Universities Network, a collaboration of knowledge from around the world

Our academics are recognised as occupying the

leading edge of their disciplines.

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MALAWI PROJECTIn 2014 a group of Health Sciences students went to Malawi to help build a medical centre and gain experience of conditions now rare in the UK.

We have

322 partnerships in 54 countries

around the world

Some courses give you the opportunity

to study abroad.

Former students often travel overseas to provide healthcare

around the world.

Health Sciences Dean, Professor Jessica Corner, was made a Dame in 2014 for services to healthcare research and education.

There are opportunities

to work on international

projects.

LUND EXCHANGEEach year a number of occupational therapy students participate in an exchange programme with Lund University in Sweden.

WORLD CLASSMany individuals within the Faculty have world-class reputations.

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/ global

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Sam Douglas BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

By choosing to study Occupational Therapy at Southampton I had the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme with Lund University in Sweden.

This enabled me to gain a new perspective on my chosen career by mixing with aspiring occupational therapists over there. It also enabled them to gain a new perspective through their contact with me.

As a group we have had an abstract of our Lund project work accepted for the Fifth Interdisciplinary Conference on Aging and Society in Washington D.C for November 2015, which has given me a massive boost.

I feel I now have greater insights about my role, which will help me not only be a better entry-level practitioner, but also help inform my career choices.

To gain a global perspective of my profession.

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Find out more To discover more about Sam’s story, please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_sam Join in the conversation: #myambition

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Alex CollyerBN (Hons) Child and Adult

“I chose to study at the University of Southampton because it offered a dual-programme which opens up a hundred specialities, spearheads you for jobs in the acute sector and gives the NHS a more flexible workforce.

Studying at Southampton I receive all the benefits that a Russell Group university affords in a city which is home to a leading regional trauma centre.

Last year I secured a place on the National Junior Leadership Academy, which is a programme that gives leadership training to student nurses. This led to me winning a Cavell Leadership Award.

As part of my award I was fortunate to spend the summer working for Jane Cummings, the Chief Nursing Officer for England.”

To work in an influential role within the Department of Health

Find out more To discover more about Alex’s story, please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/ hs_alex Join in the conversation: #myambition

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CHOOSE SOUTHAMPTON:DESIGN YOUR OWN EDUCATIONYour course is developed and taught by world experts

Your course offers you breadth as well as depth

â As well as attending lectures and seminars, you can access many lectures and learning resources on the move

â We work with you to make programmes more flexible

â Employers are actively involved in shaping your degree programme

Patient simulators and virtual wards

Advice from your personal

tutor

INNOVATIVE LEARNING

Opportunities to work abroad

Research led learning

Laboratory study

Interactive online discussions

Online assessment

Group project work

Values based curriculum that fits employers’

expectations

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Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/choice

Wi-Fi across all our

campuses

Meet people from over

130 countries

Socialise in our bars and cafés

Join one of our200 clubs and societies

Excellent placement

partners

Become a community

volunteer

Become a student

ambassador

Our graduates are targeted by the

top 100 graduate recruiters

in the country

Network with top

employers at careers fairs

3 million books, journals and reports in

our libraries

50,000 e-books

SOCIAL LIFE

Our Enabling Services provide

support when you need it

GET AHEAD FOR YOUR

CAREER

24-HOUR ACCESS TO

VIRTUAL LEARNING

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CLAIRE WHISTLER

PHYSIOTHERAPY GRADUATE

Claire spent two months in Bolivia working at a school for children

with special needs

OUR PEOPLE

Southampton people have a passion to change the world through their research and collaborations with global partners

â Our lecturers push the boundaries of knowledge

â You are taught differently; our research informs your education

â We provide you with a rich curriculum with additional opportunities to broaden your multidisciplinary knowledge

â You are involved with important research as it unfolds

â We offer you a vibrant culture of partnership and collaboration in our academic community

DR WENDY WIGLEY

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMES

Wendy has been given the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse by community nursing charity

The Queen’s Nursing Institute. The title indicates a commitment to high standards of

patient care, learning and leadership

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DR CATHERINE BOWEN

SENIOR LECTURER Catherine was the first

podiatrist to receive a Chartered Scientist Award in 2014

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/people Join in the conversation: #myambition

BETHANY WALKER

NURSING STUDENT

Bethany will join 100 others to climb Canada’s 3,363

metre Mount Edith Cavell in August 2015

PROFESSOR DAN BADER

BIO-ENGINEERING AND TISSUE

HEALTH Dan has helped develop a new

type of pressure sensor for amputees which could prevent

dangerous sores

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CHOOSE SOUTHAMPTON:CHANGE THE WORLD

PREVENTING DETERIORATIONOur researchers have found multi-sensory environments can help preserve cognitive

and occupational behaviour.

REDUCING DEMENTIA

SYMPTOMSOur work focuses on allowing

people to practise everyday tasks in controlled environments.

GLOBAL IMPACT

We are working with healthcare organisations around the world

to introduce multi-sensory environments into their

treatment regimes.

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Leaders in dementia care researchDid you know? There could be more than 70 million people with dementia worldwide by 2030 - that’s according to Alzheimer’s Disease International. As a result, healthcare services need to make rapid progress in treating this often misunderstood condition.

By way of response, Health Sciences researchers from Occupational Therapy have established strong links between cognitive deterioration and low amounts of mental stimuli. To do this they used a snoezelen room, which is a tranquil, multi-sensory space full of lights, images, sounds and shapes.

One of the leaders of the research, Dr. Lesley Collier, said: The cognitive deterioration we see in people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is not just due to the decline of the brain, it is also due to the environment around the person.

“We have found that by modifying the amounts of stimuli that people are bombarded with on a day-to-day basis and adjusting the sensory input to meet sensory need, Alzheimer’s symptoms can appear less.”

Dr. Collier then added: “It is important to me that my research is translated into practice. Occupational Therapy here is recognised as being at the forefront of the field. As such, Southampton is a prime location to move multi-sensory research into practice.”

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/ researchfacilities

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When you come to the University of Southampton you automatically become a member of the Southampton University Students’ Union, also known as SUSU: an independent organisation run by students for students that makes sure your time at University is the best that it can be.

YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE

â Experience Your Freshers’ – a week full of activities to help you settle in

â Discover a new talent: try some of our 80 sports clubs, from archery to Taekwondo

â Join one of our 200 societies, from chess to fashion, performing arts to wildlife protection

â Have fun and give back with RAG (Raise and Give) which organise fundraising events to benefit local and national charities

â Swim in our six-lane, 25-metre pool or use the varied fitness equipment across our four gyms

â Compete on over 20 grass and synthetic pitches for summer and winter sports

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@yoursusu on Twitter

Yoursusu on Facebook

â Eat at the Bridge Bar, with food from our Michelin trained chef at student prices

â Socialise with friends in the Stag’s Head sports bar

â Buy your essentials in the shop

â See high-profile acts, such as Pixie Lott and Greg James or have a quiet evening with friends – SUSU has something for everyone

â Catch a film in our 330-seat cinema

â Dance the night away in our large venue for big events, such as gigs and student balls

â Become a DJ or director at Surge Radio and SUSUtv

â Try out journalism for one of our award-winning magazines, the Wessex Scene or The Edge

â Get free and confidential advice from the Advice Centre

â We are here to take action on a wide range of issues that are important to you. For example we have recently set up our own letting agency that can help you find student housing due to student demand

01 The Bridge Bar02 Oxford Street, Southampton03 Try Taekwondo04 Socialise with friends05 Become a DJ

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ACCOMMODATION

Get the best out of your student life: stay in one of our 6,500 student rooms in halls.

You can choose from a range of room types that includes a new development of over 1,400 rooms in Southampton city centre.

Take advantage of our guaranteed offer* of accommodation, for new first-year undergraduate students.

Live in either self-catered halls of residence with well-equipped communal kitchens, or part-catered accommodation where you enjoy the benefits of breakfast and evening meals throughout the week, plus some other meals at the weekend.

The benefits for you – A great student community

– Good value and competitive prices that include utility bills, internet and a uni-link bus pass

– uni-link connects all our Southampton halls sites with our Southampton campuses

– Facilities include common rooms, bars, launderettes, computer rooms, barbecue areas and much more

– Out of hours support and advice from the Residences Support Service

– 24hr security and CCTV on all sites

*Our guarantee to you

If you are a registered first-year undergraduate student new to the University, starting a full-time course, with no dependents, you will be guaranteed an offer of halls accommodation as long as you fulfil the full criteria of

the guarantee, which includes applying before 1 August.

To uphold the guarantee, in years of exceptional demand we may offer accommodation in a twin shared room at the start of the academic year for a short, temporary period of time.

You also have the opportunity to apply for continuing years in halls. Though this cannot be guaranteed, we will always offer students accommodation if we have the availability.

For more information on our guarantee to you, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/guarantee

Private rented accommodation

Private rented accommodation is available in Southampton and Winchester as an alternative to halls.

We are a core partner in the Southampton Accreditation Scheme for Student Housing (SASSH), which only advertises properties where the landlord agrees their property complies with SASSH safety and quality standards.

How to apply

Our guidance and applying for accommodation timeline, makes the process as easy for you as possible.

You can apply for your accommodation when you have received your formal offer of study with your student identification number. Register your details to apply online at www.onlineaccommodation.soton.ac.uk

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016Accommodation application opens and goes live online

1 AUGUST 2016New students must have applied for accommodation before this date

MIDDLE OF SEPTEMBER 2016Allocation of rooms completed

JUNE 2016Allocation and offer of rooms starts for deferred students and students with unconditional offers, who have applied for accommodation before 31 May 2015

MIDDLE OF AUGUST 2016After A level results, allocation of rooms to all students begins

17-18 SEPTEMBER 2016Moving in weekend!

APPLICATION TIMELINE

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01 Green and spacious gardens02 Internet connections in all rooms03 Plenty of social and outdoor spaces04 Excellent facilities

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/ ugp/accommodation

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Our halls of residence sites have a great community feel; facilities range from common rooms, bars and launderettes to computer rooms and barbecue areas

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CHOOSE SOUTHAMPTON: SHAPE YOUR FUTURE

* High Fliers Research ** The Sunday Times University Guide 2014

Our graduates land jobs in a variety of healthcare environments:

National Health Service

Private practice

Armed Forces

Schools

Prisons

Research

Clinical academia

Non Governmental organisations

Government roles

Self employed

In the community

Social Care

Southampton fast-tracks your ambitions:

â We prepare you for future challenges not yet imagined and jobs not yet thought of

â We are among the top 20 UK universities targeted by the largest number of top 100 graduate recruiters*

â In the most recent Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education statistics, 94 per cent of graduates whose destinations were known were in employment and/or further study

â We are one of the top 30 UK universities for graduate starting salaries**

We give you the opportunity to:

â Take advantage of our partnerships with placement providers

â Gather evidence of your achievements through our programme of personal development to complement your academic study

â Network with top employers at our careers events

â Build your entrepreneurial skills by engaging with our Student Enterprise programme

â Get advice from our graduates about future careers

â Specialise further with one of our postgraduate courses and gain a more in-depth knowledge of your subject to realise your ambitions

â Connect with a mentor from your target career path via our Insider Mentoring Programme

A degree at Southampton opens doors for career opportunities

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Specialise further with

a postgraduate degree

Personal development programme

Find out more To learn how your Southampton Opportunity can get you ready for employment, visitwww.southampton.ac.uk/dreamcv

YOUR SOUTHAMPTON OPPORTUNITY

Careers events

Advice from

graduates

Wide variety of work

placements

Mentoring

Volunteering

Network with top

employers

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88%of our students are

satisfied with the quality of their course

National Student Survey 2012

We have over

200courses:

choose the right one for you

At Health Sciences we are proud to be leaders in healthcare research and education. By studying here you will acquire an academic pedigree that speaks loudly both in the UK and overseas. Over many years we have worked hard to create a culture and tradition of excellence. Now the benefits can be yours too.

Choose Southampton – Research led learning, giving you the latest

scientific knowledge

– World class academics, giving you the benefit of their expertise

– Excellent facilities, giving you a wealth of hands on experience

– Values based curriculum, giving you a humanitarian outlook

COURSE OVERVIEW

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Be the best you can be

When you choose us you are choosing a whole range of factors that will make you attractive to employers. We have an excellent track record in making the ‘Southampton Brand Graduate’ stand out in the modern jobs market, and here’s why:

We are part of the Russell Group: a collective of UK universities that are committed to providing an outstanding research led learning experience. As a result, you will graduate with the latest scientific knowledge, giving you the best possible foundation for your career.

Furthermore, we place humanitarian values at the very centre of the curriculum, helping you to develop the skills of emotional intelligence demanded in today’s healthcare sector.

As a student here you will also benefit from our first class academic staff, who will support you every step of the way. In addition, you will have access to the most modern learning facilities, helping you to reach your full potential.

Prior experience for healthcare professions

It is essential to gain an understanding of the healthcare profession you wish to study through work experience before enrolling on a degree.

This will give you the confidence to know that your chosen career is the right one for you, and will also help you to identify skills that are important for any healthcare professional.

All areas of healthcare require you to be a clear and confident communicator who is able to explain complex situations to people who may be confused, anxious, upset, or have specific communication difficulties.

For more information about gaining work experience, please see individual course guides.

Clinical placements

Practice placements are an essential part of any healthcare degree. After all, this is your opportunity to put the theory you have learned into practice in a real life situation.

You will work alongside practitioners from a variety of healthcare professions and can expect a full range of practice experiences. At the end of each placement you will be graded according to your performance and those grades will count towards your final degree classification.

Depending on your course you could find yourself working in a range of settings, including: hospitals, private practice, clinics, health centres, or in service users’ homes. Locations may include: Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Winchester and the Isle of Wight, as well as London, Surrey and Sheffield.

Non-clinical placements

As a student on our Healthcare: Management, Policy and Research degree you will have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement in an appropriate environment.

Right now we have placement agreements with the following organisations: the NHS Leadership Academy, The Health Foundation, GlaxoSmithKline, GE Healthcare, Cancer Research UK and the Wessex Academic Health Science Network.

Further informationFor more details about our courses visit: www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences

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BSc (Hons) Healthcare: Management, Policy and Research

This innovative and pioneering degree has been developed to meet the demand for more highly skilled leaders and researchers in healthcare.

Its main objective is to ensure that you develop the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate and ultimately influence the effectiveness, efficiency and equity of health policies and healthcare systems.

Furthermore, it will prepare you for a much wider range of employment opportunities by honing your quantitative and qualitative skills, as well as fine tuning your independent critical thinking.

Core modules will develop your understanding of healthcare management and the policy processes that shape the organisation and delivery of healthcare. Further modules explore the social science underpinnings of health systems and what can be done to improve them.

All this is supported by mentored research training where you will work with internationally renowned researchers and professors at the very forefront of research into healthcare services.

Typical course content

– Healthcare systems: delivery and design

– Healthcare leadership

– Basic concepts in social science

– Healthcare policy, innovation and safety

– Decision making in healthcare

– Mentored research training in each year of study

Third year placement

Your year-long placement gives you the chance to work for a major healthcare organisation, where you will develop the ability to respond to service user needs in relation to health sector dynamics.

This is possible thanks to our continuing relationships with some of the biggest healthcare organisations, including: the NHS Leadership Academy, The Health Foundation, GlaxoSmithKline, GE Healthcare, Cancer Research UK, and the Wessex Academic Health Science Network.

HEALTHCARE: MANAGEMENT, POLICY AND RESEARCH

Mentoring

To support your development you’ll be given both a research and a workplace mentor.

Research mentors will be professors or senior researchers in the organisation and delivery of healthcare. They will help guide you through the world of research as you develop your skills.

Workplace mentors will be alumni of the NHS, GSK and Cancer Research UK graduate schemes. They will be just a few steps ahead of you on their career path, so well placed to give you valuable advice.

Your mentors will also help you develop your career management skills, support you through your placement, and help you think through your career options.

Life as a leader in healthcare

During your career you will be looking for answers to some of the most demanding questions of our time. Whether you are a manager, policy maker or a researcher, you will address many issues, including: How can healthcare be made safer and more

This multidisciplinary non-clinical degree is led by internationally renowned healthcare researchers. They will enable you to develop essential skills for careers in healthcare management, policy and research. Importantly, throughout year three you will complete a supervised and fully paid placement in a research or healthcare organisation to give you the experience you need to make the right impression with employers.

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Key information

T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500

E: healthsciences @southampton.ac.uk

To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_hmpr

Find out more

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UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Healthcare: Management, Policy and Research BLN8

Key facts

Course length: four years full time

Fees: please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/fees

Entry requirements: A levels: AAB-ABB. The following may facilitate a successful application but other subjects will be considered: mathematics, English literature/ language, physics, biology, chemistry, history, geography, psychology, politics, sociology, philosophy, languages, economics, statistics and further mathematics

IB: 34 points, 17 at higher level

Selection process: UCAS application and interview; DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)

Our typical entry requirements may be subject to change. Before you apply, please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/entryreq

“We find that the best applicants to the NHS Graduate Scheme have relevant work placement experience, making this degree an excellent foundation for our scheme.”Senior Programme Lead: Graduate Schemes,NHS Graduate SchemeRob Farace

efficient? How does research inform healthcare policy development? How can we use data about health outcomes to inform decision making? How can we lead and manage innovation and change in healthcare settings? In addition, you will carry the considerable weight of responsibility to consistently improve healthcare for all service users.

Careers

This degree will enable you to develop the analytical skills that lead to a wide range of career opportunities. In particular, you will be well placed for careers in health services research, healthcare management, public health policy and academia. This degree also represents an excellent foundation for postgraduate study and NHS graduate schemes.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/hmpr16

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BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science

This degree focuses on learning to use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose disorders of the cardiovascular and respiratory and sleep systems.

On your application you will choose the pathway you wish to follow: cardiac physiology or respiratory and sleep physiology. Cardiac physiology is concerned with heart function, whilst respiratory and sleep physiology concentrates on breathing difficulties and sleep disorders.

Your first year will be generic and introduces you to both pathways. You will also benefit from access to the Faculty of Medicine’s anatomy lab, where you will learn more about the body through dissection. In your second year you will focus on your chosen pathway.

During your degree you will complete 2,000 hours of practical placements. Placement opportunities will be predominantly in the South of England healthcare region.


– Anatomy and physiology

– Healthcare futures and innovations

– Research methods and approaches

– Pathophysiology of common cardiovascular and respiratory conditions

– Cardiac or respiratory and sleep physiology

– Practical skills and placements

Life as a healthcare scientist

As a cardiovascular or respiratory and sleep science practitioner you will use specialist diagnostic equipment to provide the essential information needed for an accurate and possibly lifesaving diagnosis.

Professional patient contact will be an important part of your role and you will need to reassure all kinds of patients about the technological procedures to be performed. Often you will be working with distressed individuals in circumstances where time is of the essence.

HEALTHCARE SCIENCE

Cardiovascular practice may include monitoring heart function during surgery, intensive care and diagnostic stress testing. You will also identify disease in valves or muscles of the heart to the diagnosing cardiologist, as well as assisting with pacemaker implantation and follow-up appointments.

Respiratory and sleep practitioners are likely to work with patients experiencing chest pain, breathing difficulties, or sleep disorders. Procedures include: testing during cardiopulmonary exercise and bronchial challenge; measuring dynamic and static lung volumes; and analysing reparatory gas exchange.

Careers

Healthcare scientists are at the forefront of technological and scientific developments in the healthcare sector. They work as part of medical teams in hospitals, and also out in the community, to diagnose cardiovascular, respiratory and sleep related conditions.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/hcscience16

This unique opportunity to combine science and technology with patient interaction is a proven launch pad for a successful career. Our Healthcare Science degree is based at Southampton General Hospital and is commended by the Registration Council for Clinical Physiology and the National Academy for Healthcare Science because of its innovative approach to learning. As a successful graduate you can expect to start your career on £21,000 due to national demand for practitioners.

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Key information

T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/ hs_hcscience

Find out more

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UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Healthcare Science (Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science – 3 years): B120

UCAS number: Healthcare Science (Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science – 4 years): 7D25

Key facts

Course length: three years full time or four years part time. Applicants will be asked to give their preference between the cardiovascular and respiratory and sleep science pathway options. Each discipline has minimum and maximum numbers of participants, so first choices cannot be guaranteed.

Fees: please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/fees

Entry requirements: ABB including: at least one science or social science subject at A level OR Science-based access course ( 27 level 3 distinctions) OR BTEC national diploma in health studies or science (DDD) PLUS GCSE English, science and maths (A*-C). Academic study must have been undertaken in the last three years.


Selection process: UCAS application and values based selection session; DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and satisfactory health screening required.


“I knew I wanted to study a science based degree but I also wanted patient contact, so this course was exactly what I was looking for. I’m really happy with my decision to study at Southampton.”BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science, third yearTom Wintle

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BSc (Hons) Midwifery

As a midwifery student you will learn skills that support critical thinking, reflective practice, and complex decision making, as well as many other essential skills.

You will develop a solid understanding of the physiological, sociological and psychological aspects of childbirth. Acquiring leadership qualities that will help you supervise, delegate and challenge practice will also be high on the agenda.

Assessments range from essays and exams, to projects and professional conversations. There is a 50/50 split between academic and practical learning, with regular assessments to ensure that you are reaching the right levels of attainment.

You will gain clinical midwifery experience both in hospitals and in the community during the programme, giving you an extensive insight into many public health issues. By your third year you will have the opportunity to care for a small caseload of women, under the supervision of a practising midwife.

MSc Midwifery (pre-registration)

This three year degree gives you the academic knowledge and practical skills to begin a successful career as a midwife. It is a pre-registration course,

which means that you do not have to be a registered midwife to enrol, but you will need a first degree in a related subject. On successful completion of your studies you will have a masters degree and be able to apply for registration as a midwife with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council. This will give you a wide range of employment opportunities as a midwife, with the potential to develop your career in practice, leadership, research and academic arenas.

Life as a midwife

Midwives’ extraordinary scientific knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the sociological and psychological aspects of childbirth support women globally at every social level and in every environment.

From early pregnancy through to the first weeks after birth, midwives work with women and their families to provide maternity care, which includes support, advice and education. They also work closely with other health and social care professionals to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of a new mother and her baby.

Modern midwifery is a very demanding job, which is why it requires the skills and knowledge of a university graduate. Midwives work in a variety of healthcare environments, including: hospitals, birth centres and the community. In addition, some midwives move between these locations to provide continuity of care.

MIDWIFERY

Although the focus of midwifery care is normally on pregnancy and childbirth, midwives must also be prepared to manage complex and diverse situations.

Prior experience

It will help your application if you have experience of working in a healthcare environment. This could include work in settings such as: maternity hospitals, birthing units, well woman clinics, antenatal clinics and GPs’ surgeries. You may even find the opportunity to shadow a midwife. We appreciate that it is often difficult to find a work experience placement in midwifery. Where it is not possible to gain directly relevant experience you should try to acquire some other kind of appropriate exposure to a healthcare profession. Experience with adults is a suitable alternative. This can either be paid or voluntary.

Career

After you graduate, your degree and practical experience will give you the opportunity to develop your career in the direction that interests you most.

As your knowledge and experience increase you could move into more senior practitioner roles. For example, by becoming a team or unit manager you could end up taking responsibility for managing other staff, as well as continuing to have close involvement with expectant women and their families.

Midwifery at Southampton enables you to register in practice with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, the body that regulates the profession in the UK. In 2013 an incredible 100% of our nursing and midwifery students were in work or further study within six months of graduation. If you already have a relevant degree you can both qualify and gain a masters level qualification by completing our pre-registration MSc Midwifery instead.

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Key information

T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_midwifery

Find out more

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Key facts

Bursary: £3,630 (means tested)

Selection process: UCAS/University application and values based interview; DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and satisfactory health screening required.

Course length: three years full time

BSc: Apply via UCAS

UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Midwifery B720

Entry requirements: AAA including science OR Science based access course (30 level 3 distinctions) PLUS GCSE English and maths (A*-C) Academic study must be undertaken in the last five years.


Masters: Apply direct to the University

Entry requirements: Graduates with a relevant 2:1 degree or above. Other degrees at 2:1 or above may be considered if supported with at least one A level in a science subject at A grade. You must have also undertaken some formal academic study within the past five years.


“The University has great links with Southampton’s Princess Anne Hospital, which is an outstanding learning environment where staff warmly welcome students into the team.”Bachelor of Midwifery (Hons), 2014 graduateLucy Boustred

If you choose to stay in practice you could consider specialising in a particular area of perinatal care, and eventually apply for the role of consultant midwife. This would require you to provide clinical leadership for midwives and other healthcare professionals involved in maternity services. You could also aim to become involved in practice development, or board level management within an NHS Trust.

You may decide to study for more advanced qualifications. As part of this process you might choose to undertake research that helps to move the profession forward. You might also decide to work for a university, and, as a result, become involved in educating the next generation of midwives. In addition, fast track opportunities also exist, allowing you to enrol on doctoral programmes if you prove to be a high-flyer.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/midwifery16

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Batchelor of Nursing (Hons)

We believe that nursing has changed significantly over the last 30 years. In that time the role has diversified to include the performance of many complex procedures that require a high level set of skills. Our Bachelor of Nursing programmes have been designed to give you those important skills.

Each of our nursing degrees is set out as half theory and half practice. Throughout your practice placements you will experience a range of hospital and community settings, which will help you to grow in both confidence and competence.

Assessment methods include essays, exams, projects and professional conversations. Your practical skills will be assessed and recorded by your practice mentor while you are on placement. All practice experience you undertake will count towards your final grades.

Adult nursing

Our adult nursing degree is a three year course that gives you all the theoretical and practical elements you need to be a top professional in this field. Throughout the programme you will benefit from a variety of practice experiences, including working in hospitals and clinics, as well as in the community.

Life as an adult nursing professional

As an adult nursing professional you will work with service users over the age of 16 to deliver high quality care to meet differing and constantly changing needs. You will also be the main point of contact for service users and their relatives, which means making the most of your communication skills.

Many adult nurses work in hospitals where they usually adopt specific roles as their careers progress. These typically include: intensive care, theatre and recovery, medical wards and cancer care. However, recent modernisation in the way healthcare is delivered has led to a rapid increase in demand for community based nurses too. As a result, you could find yourself working in a variety of settings, including: walk-in centres, smaller community hospitals, and also in patients’ homes.

Child nursing

Our child nursing degree lasts three years and will give you the skills and knowledge you need to be a success in this challenging but rewarding field. As a student you will learn a lot of your skills whilst on practice placements, which will take place across the spectrum of healthcare settings.

NURSING

Life as a child nursing professional

As a children’s nurse you will provide care for children and young people and also provide support to their families. Your duties could range from the intensive care of a premature baby, to promoting child health and wellbeing in the community.

As you may know, children’s bodies work differently to those of adults. For example, the onset of symptoms in children can often be sudden and extreme. Also, because children are still growing the impact of illness or injury on their development must always be taken into account.

Young service users may be frightened or confused by what is happening to them and may lack the communication skills to express what is wrong. Therefore you must have the interpersonal skills to put them at relative ease by reassuring them and anticipating their needs accurately.

Mental health nursing

Our mental health nursing degree is a three year course that will equip you with a range of therapeutic skills to help service users obtain a greater element of control in their lives. As with all our nursing degrees you will gain experience in a broad range of appropriate healthcare settings during your practice placements.

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Accredited study in Nursing at Southampton is your key to a successful career in healthcare. You can select from adult nursing, child nursing and mental health nursing, as well as two four-year dual field programmes in adult and child nursing and adult and mental health nursing. In 2013 100% of leavers were in work or further study within six months of graduating. If you already hold a relevant degree you can qualify as a nurse by completing our pre-registration postgraduate diploma.

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Key information

T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_nursing

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UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27



Batchelor of Nursing UCAS information

UCAS number: BN Adult B745

UCAS number: BN Children’s B735

UCAS number: BN Mental Health B760

Course length: three years

Entry requirements: ABB-BBB including a science or social science subject at A level or GCSE, Science-based access course (24 level 3 distinctions), BTEC national diploma in health studies or science (DDD) and GCSE maths and English (A*-C). Academic study within the last five years must have been undertaken

IB: 32-30 points, 16 at higher level

Dual field degrees UCAS information

UCAS number: Adult and Children’s B767

UCAS number: Adult and Mental Health B747

Course length: four years

Entry requirements: ABB including a science or social science subject at A level or GCSE, Science-based access course (27 level 3 distinctions), BTEC national diploma in health studies or science (DDD) and GCSE maths and Englis.(A*-C)Academic study within the last five years must have been undertaken.


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Life as a metal health nursing professional

Mental health nurses help people from all walks of life to live as independently as possible. As a mental health nurse you will have developed exceptional listening skills, which will ultimately lead to you helping people cope with their problems. You will work closely with GPs, psychiatrists, social workers and others to coordinate care for vulnerable people.

Once qualified you may choose to work in mainstream adult mental health, or to specialise in other areas, such as: drug and alcohol misuse, child and adolescent services, or the rehabilitation of offenders. In recent years there has been a significant shift in focus from hospitals to the community as the primary setting for mental health services. You could find yourself working in people’s homes, residential units and health centres.

Dual field degrees

Our dual field pathways give you the credentials you need to register as either an adult and child nursing professional, or an adult and mental health nursing professional. All of our courses are values based, which means that compassion and empathy underpin your learning from day one, and you will receive the best-informed foundation for your career thanks to our cutting-edge research. Practice experience is central to the course, meaning that you will undertake a range of community and hospital placements during your study. These programmes last four years and comprise an even mix of the two fields you have chosen to study.

Postgraduate diploma

If you already hold a degree you may be eligible to study our pre-registration postgraduate diploma over two years to become a registered nurse. We offer this programme in three fields: adult, child and mental health nursing. This postgraduate

diploma is a full time course that gives you everything you need to begin your nursing career. It represents a rigorous combination of theoretical work in the classroom and practical experience in clinical settings during your practice placement. You will benefit from our strong links with NHS colleagues, along with our distinct multidisciplinary approach.

Prior experience

It will help your application if you have experience of working in a healthcare environment. This could include work in settings such as: community services, charities, nursing homes, or walk-in centres. Where it is not possible to gain directly relevant experience you should try to acquire some other kind of appropriate exposure to a healthcare profession. This can be either paid or voluntary.

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T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_nursing

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Postgraduate diploma UCAS information

UCAS number: PGdip Adult 3010

UCAS number: PGdip Children’s 3310

UCAS number: PGdip Mental Health 3110

Course length: three years

Entry requirements: 2:2 Honours degree (minimum). A degree in a health related or relevant subject may be an advantage but not essential; GCSE English Language, maths and sciences (A*-C).


“I can’t stop recommending the course to other people as it has enabled me to fulfil my ambition. Even though I applied to other universities as well as Southampton, I only really wanted to come here because the course is so good.”BN Adult, 2014 graduateKaty Elliott

Career

Modern nursing is a demanding vocation that could lead you into employment in a variety of settings in both hospitals and the wider community. As a graduate your degree qualification and practical experience will give you the ideal platform to develop your career in the direction that interests you most.

Furthermore, as your knowledge and expertise increase you could move into a more senior position. For example, you could become a consultant nurse, leading a team and/or working in advanced clinical practice. You could also opt to work in education, where you will train and inspire future generations of nurses.

Fast track opportunities to enrol on doctoral programmes will exist if you prove to be a high-flying student. In addition, you may have the option to combine practice and research, or research and education. These are known in the profession as clinical academic careers.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/nursing16

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BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

Throughout your studies you will combine academic study with practice placements that take place across a range of health, social care and emerging role settings.

In year one, among other things, you will learn using real anatomical specimens, which is relatively rare in higher education. Importantly, you will also complete an integrated Faculty Statutory and Mandatory Skills module.

Furthermore, you will begin to develop your understanding of human occupation and its role in health and wellbeing.

Year two will include studying partnerships in the Health and Social Care module, during which you will develop a working relationship with a community organisation or charity.

By the end of year three you will have engaged in a consultation process with service users to better understand how their condition affects their lives.

Also in year three you can work alongside students from the prestigious Lund University in Sweden, giving you an international perspective.

Life as an occupational therapist

Occupational therapists see activity as central to health and wellbeing. Through the use of occupations that are meaningful to the individual you can help people reclaim lost skills and enjoy increased participation in everyday life.

Once in practice you will work with service users to identify their physical, mental and social needs, and find the best ways to help them achieve their personal goals of greater independence. Following each stage of intervention the occupational therapist collaborates with the client to review progress and agree the next stage.

Work areas include: physical rehabilitation, mental health services, primary care, paediatrics, environmental adaptation, care management, and assessing equipment needs for daily living.


– Meaning of occupation and occupational performance

– Foundation sciences

– Design for real life

– Professional development, values and self-management

– Effective communication

– The impact of illness, disability and trauma

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

– Identity, motivation and agency

– Evidence based practice and research

Prior experience

You are strongly encouraged to organise work experience with a practising occupational therapist before you enrol. Gaining experience in more than one area or with different age groups would also be an advantage. However, local general hospitals often receive numerous requests and may not be able to accommodate all applicants. Therefore it is also worth considering other settings where occupational therapists work, such as mental health or physical disability settings. You can discover more about how and where occupational therapists work by looking at the careers pages on the College of Occupational Therapists website at www.cot.co.uk

Career

An ageing population and continuous developments in health and social care have brought an increasing demand for these dynamic and creative healthcare professionals. Career opportunities for occupational therapists are varied. A large proportion work in the NHS, but increasingly skills used by occupational therapists are recognised as valuable to other organisations, opening up a wide variety of opportunities.

Our occupational therapy degree programme gives you exactly what you need to qualify and begin your career in this dynamic field of healthcare. It is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and following graduation you will be eligible to apply to register with the HCPC which permits you to practice in the UK. Plus, it is recognised by both the College of Occupational Therapists and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. As a student you will also have the opportunity to participate in an innovative collaboration with the occupational therapy programme at Lund University in Sweden.

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T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/ hs_ot

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UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Occupational Therapy (3 year pathway) B920

UCAS number: Occupational Therapy (4 year pathway) B930

Key facts

Course length: three years full time or a four year pathway.

Bursary: £3,630 (means tested and pro rata)

Entry requirements: AAB-ABB including: a science or social science subject (Psychology and Sociology) OR a science or health-based access course (30 level 3 distinctions). GCSEs including maths, English and science at grades A*–C Relevant academic qualifications must have been completed in the three years prior to application.

IB: 34-32 points, 17-16 at higher level



“The fact that the degree is structured with placements throughout has enabled me to use the theoretical aspect of learning in practical settings.”BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy, third yearPrecious Laosebikan

When you graduate you may decide to specialise in working with children, adults, or older people. Then as your career moves forward you could consider developing a specific role, such as: practitioner, researcher, manager, lecturer, or consultant.

An occupational therapy degree leads to career opportunities in a number of settings, including: schools, colleges and universities, wheelchair services, hostels for the homeless, residential care homes, eating disorder clinics, stroke rehabilitation centres, hand therapy services, and drug and alcohol services.

You could also find yourself working for organisations like: charities and voluntary agencies, commercial and industrial bodies, equipment companies, government agencies, housing departments and local community services.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/ot16

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BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy here at Southampton gives you everything you need to launch your career. It is designed to correspond exactly with the demands of modern physiotherapy.

Importantly, you will spend around one third of the time (at least 1,000 hours) gaining clinical experience. You will undertake five practice placements: an initial generic placement, followed by placements in four specific areas, which directly reflect the course pathways. These comprise: critical and acute care, orthopaedics and musculoskeletal practice, special client group, and neurological rehabilitation. In addition, you will complete a single generic placement.

Learning and teaching methods are varied and include lectures, group work and self directed learning. You will also use case studies to apply theory and solve problems.

You will be assessed on your academic work and clinical placement using a variety of methods, including: written exams, essays, oral presentations, practical exams, and the development of a research protocol.

MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)

MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) is a full time programme that lasts two years and gives you an accelerated route into the profession.

To be eligible to apply you need a first degree in a related subject like a biological or behavioural science, for example. During the programme you will undertake practice placements to give you the hands-on experience you need to begin your career. On successful completion of the course you will be entitled to apply to register to practise with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Life as a physiotherapist

Physiotherapy uses a biopsychosocial approach to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social wellbeing to help people overcome problems caused by illness, accidents and ageing.

Physiotherapists work to improve movement and function through education, health promotion, preventive healthcare, treatment and rehabilitation.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

At the heart of the profession is an understanding of science, the exercise of clinical judgement and informed interpretation. A physiotherapist is a clinician, educator, evaluator and manager.

You will also need to be a good communicator, be interested in solving problems in a logical way, be able to motivate and educate people, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Physiotherapists work right across the practice spectrum in settings that include: outpatients departments, intensive care, elderly care, stroke services, orthopaedics, occupational health and paediatrics, as well as mental health and learning disability services.

Prior experience

You need to have an understanding of the scope of practice and demands of the profession before you apply to the programme.

This would normally be achieved through exposure to a broad range of physiotherapy practice.

You can qualify as a physiotherapist by completing this rigorous and rewarding degree. It is fully accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, making you eligible to register in practice and giving you chartered status as well. If you already have a relevant degree you can both qualify and gain a masters level qualification by completing our pre-registration MSc Physiotherapy programme.

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T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/ hs_physiotherapy

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BSc: Apply via UCAS

UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Physiotherapy (3 year pathway) B160

UCAS number: Physiotherapy (4 year pathway) B161

Entry requirements: AAA including a science subject OR Science based access course (30 level 3 distinctions). GCSEs including maths, English and science at grades A*–C. Academic study must have been undertaken within the last three years


Masters degree: Apply directly to the University

Entry requirements: Graduates with a relevant 2:1 degree or above in the past three years. Your first degree must also have had a research training component and you will have completed a written undergraduate research study. Full entry requirements can be found on the Health Sciences website.

Key facts

Course length: three years or four years


Selection process: UCAS/University application and values based selection session; DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and satisfactory health screening required


“The University of Southampton has a high expectation of its students and it is this, as well as personal ambition, which drives you on to become the best you can be.”BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, 2013 graduatePaul Clarkson

Career opportunities

As a physiotherapy graduate you can expect excellent career prospects in a whole range of healthcare environments where physiotherapy is practised, such as: intensive care, stroke recovery, occupational health and care for the elderly.

The largest employer of health practitioners is the NHS, but other options include: social care, private practice and the armed services. There are also career opportunities in industry, leisure and education.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciences/physio16

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BSc (Hons) Podiatry

Here at Southampton we are the only Russell Group University that hosts a three year full time programme leading to eligibility to apply to register as a podiatrist. As a result, when you choose to study here you get the unique chance to learn about podiatry in a research led environment, which employers often find desirable.

In addition, we ensure that you will spend 100 per cent of your work placements in a clinical setting either in the NHS or private practice, where you will benefit from low student to staff ratios.

This will give you the chance to work as part of a multiprofessional team, as well as to network with other healthcare professionals, helping you to open doors that will benefit your early career.

Our podiatry degree is run by internationally recognised experts who are active in research, as well as shaping healthcare policy, education and practice.

Life as a podiatrist

Podiatrists carry out a range of treatments for patients of all ages. These range from treatments for nail and skin disease and minor surgery, to the mechanical correction of gait and posture.

As a podiatrist you will discover great personal rewards in treating patients with painful feet and seeing them walk away pain-free and able to maintain mobility and independence.

You will also find satisfaction in being able to prescribe or manufacture corrective devices for people with walking problems, or even in helping a sprinter improve his or her personal best.

After entering practice you will treat many different groups of service users who have a wide range of systemic problems, such as: diabetes, poor circulation, rheumatoid arthritis, or skin disorders.

Furthermore, you will help service users with more specific lower limb disorders, including: limb length difference, Achilles tendonitis and ankle sprains.

PODIATRY


– Clinical practice and management

– Foundation sciences and anatomy

– Communication and professional issues

– Collaborative learning (across up to 10 different health disciplines)

– Pathology, medicine and pharmacology

– Research

– Management and leadership

Prior experience

In order to discover whether podiatry is the right career for you, you should seek work shadowing opportunities alongside registered podiatrists, ideally in a variety of relevant healthcare settings. This will enable you to see what their work involves and talk to them about their experiences.

This highly recognised qualification gives you all the credentials you need to apply to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as a podiatrist. It is also approved by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. Official figures show that 90 per cent of our BSc Podiatry students were in work or further study within six months of graduating in 2013. This is your opportunity to emulate their success.

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Key information

T: +44 (0)23 8059 5500


To download brochure www.southampton.ac.uk/ hs_podiatry

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UCAS information

Code name: SOTON

Number: S27

UCAS number: Podiatry B985

Key facts

Course length: three years full time


Entry requirements: BBB including a science or social science subject OR Science based access course (24 level 3 distinctions) OR BTEC national diploma in health studies or science (DDM). GCSEs, including: maths, English and science at grades A*–C. We are also open to applications from healthcare professionals who do not hold a relevant degree, such as: nurses, radiographers and chiropractors. You must also have undertaken some formal academic study within the past three years.




“Choosing to study here has proven to be an excellent decision. I am confident that this university will enhance both my CV and my employability.”BSc (Hons) Podiatry, 2014 graduateMartin Simpson-Scott

Career

As a podiatrist you could find yourself working in a variety of environments, including: the NHS, private practice, and educational and research institutions.

You could also find yourself working overseas in one of the many countries that recognise this qualification, or following one of the established postgraduate pathways.

There are many sub categories within podiatry, such as: general practice, orthopaedic triage, high risk patient management, surgery and paediatrics.

For further information and course modules:www.southampton.ac.uk/ healthsciences/podiatry16

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REGISTRATION WITHYOUR PROFESSIONALBODYKnow that your qualification is respected and valued.

Current NHS job titles and salary bands

On completion of your programme you will be eligible to apply to register with the professional body that regulates your profession.

However, if you wish to work in a healthcare role that does not require registration, there are associate practitioner positions in all areas of the NHS.

Below is a table of expected salaries and bands in the NHS.

These may change so should be used as a guide only.

Currently, qualified nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and healthcare scientists enter the profession at band 5 in the NHS. However, with specialist skills and advanced training it is possible to progress and take on team leading or management responsibilities.

There is a clear career path within the NHS, but you may choose instead to work in a range of settings, including local authority services and private practice. These roles will have a different salary structure.

Job titles Salary band Salary

Nurse / midwife / podiatrist / occupational therapist / physiotherapist / healthcare scientist

Band 5 £21,388 - 27,901

Nurse specialist / educator / team leader / health visitor or community midwife / specialist allied health professional

Band 6 £25,783 - £34,530

Health visitor specialist / team manager / advanced nurse / higher midwife / advanced allied health professional

Band 7 £30,764 - 40,558

Nurse or midwife consultant / modern matron Band 8a-c £39,239 - £67,805

Managerial roles and extended practice roles for AHPs Band 8d £65,992 - £81,618

Heads of larger departments and AHP consultant roles Band 9 £77,850 - £98,453

Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/healthsciencesT: +44 (0)23 8059 5500 E: [email protected]

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SUPPORTWe are here to help you tackle all your academic and personal challenges.

Whilst studying at the University of Southampton you will have an academic or personal tutor to guide you through your studies and assessments.

Furthermore, if you are a nursing student you will have a practice mentor who works closely with you during your practice placements.

If you are studying one of the other professional registration programmes you will be supported by a nominated practice educator, who will visit you on placement to ensure your practice experiences adequately complement your theoretical learning.

For those students on the BSc Healthcare: Management, Policy and Research degree you will be allocated a work place mentor to support you before, during and after your placement in order to maximise career development opportunities.

Independent Learning Advisors

Studying can be a challenge and there may be times when you need a little extra support to help you achieve your goals.

You may find yourself struggling with an essay, or just want to improve your grades generally. That is where our Independent Learning Advisors (ILA) team can help.

The team provides support for specific study skills, such as: understanding and interpreting assignments, essay planning, academic writing, plus revision and examination techniques too.

Student support services

The University provides a range of support services, including help for you if you have dyslexia or a disability.

At Health Sciences our staff are 100 per cent committed to supporting students who need extra assistance. That is why we are always on hand to provide personal and informal advice by telephone or email.

Plus, we are happy to discuss your specific needs with you before you decide whether to apply. For example, this could include how your needs may affect your ability to meet certain clinical competencies.

Please note: any disclosure will not affect your application. Simply contact the admissions team for further details.

Students’ Union Advice and Information Centre

The Students’ Union Advice and Information Centre (SUAIC) provides a free, confidential and impartial advice service on issues, such as: money matters, housing rights, legal advice and academic matters.

As a student you can also contact the University’s counselling service, which offers free and confidential counselling to all members of our community. This service is provided by experienced, professionally qualified counsellors.

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APPLYING AND FUNDING

General entry requirementsTo apply for undergraduate study you must satisfy our general entry requirements and any specific requirements of your chosen programme. Typical entry requirements for applicants with GCE A-levels can be found online.

How to applyApply online at www.ucas.com the website for the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Our UCAS code name is SOTON and our number is S27. All students should apply between 1 September 2015 and 15 January 2016. If you are an international student from outside the UK or EU, we may consider your application up until 30 June 2016. However, we cannot guarantee there will be vacancies on our courses after the January deadline.

Admissions policy1. The University of Southampton will:

– recruit students from a wide range of backgrounds, who we believe have the potential to complete their programmes successfully

– attract applicants who enjoy the challenge of forward thinking, the excitement of research findings and our high education standards

– foster a diverse learning community in which our students will meet people from different cultures, thereby enhancing their skills of critical reasoning, teamwork and communication

2. The University is committed to a system of admissions that ensures fairness, transparency and equal opportunities within the legal framework of the UK and best practice. All reasonable effort

will be made to ensure that no prospective or existing student is unreasonably treated.

NHS funded programmesMost courses that result in eligibility to register with a regulatory body are funded by the NHS. As a result, students from the UK and other European Union countries do not have to pay tuition fees. Please check on the website for specific funding and course information.

For some programmes the NHS provides a means tested bursary for UK residents who are taking a pre-registration course. These funds are intended to help cover living expenses and are not repayable. The nature of the bursary varies depending on individual circumstances. More information can be found at: www.southampton.ac.uk/hs_money

Tuition fees and fundingThe University will set fees for 2016/17 when the government establishes limits for tuition fees. For 2016/17, the University set the tuition fee at £9,000, but we offer a large number of generous fee waivers and bursaries for eligible students.

For students from lower income families, these financial packages will be based on household income supplied to us by the Student Loans Company.

Your tuition fee may cover compulsory course costs, such as field trips and laboratory clothing; however a contribution may be necessary towards certain elements. Please check with the Admissions team for more details.

Visit our website for the latest information on tuition fees before you submit your UCAS form for entry

in the 2016/17 academic year. Students who have applied for a deferred place in 2015/16 will be eligible for the 2016/17 tuition fees and support.

If you are a UK student starting a higher education course in 2015/16, you can apply for loans to help pay for both fees and maintenance. For more details, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/money

For up-to-date information on tuition fees for international students, visit our website.

Student Grants Unit bookletThe NHS Student Grants Unit’s guide entitled Financial Help for Healthcare Students, gives details of all the financial support that is available. This includes how to calculate any means tested bursaries and additional support that may be available. The guide can be downloaded by visiting www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

Scholarships and bursariesWe offer a variety of scholarships and progression awards to the most talented students across our subject areas. For full eligibility criteria and up-to-date information, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/scholarships

We also offer a generous range of bursaries designed to help UK undergraduate students in the most financial need. For more details and up-to-date information, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/bursaries

We realise that going to university is a significant investment, so we’ll ensure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision.

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/feesT: +44 (0)23 8059 4732 E: [email protected]

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Living and studying in a different country has its own unique challenges. We make student entry straightforward, offer attractive scholarships to eligible applicants, help you settle into your new life and advise you on all aspects of living in the UK.

Our network of services and advisors ensure that your studies and life at Southampton is as productive and stress-free as possible.

International Office

Staff from our International Office attend educational exhibitions around the world as well as making numerous visits overseas and to colleges in the UK. If you are unable to visit us in Southampton, make sure you book an appointment to meet us at one of the exhibitions or join us on a virtual open day.

You will find a quick introduction to the University on our website, which is available in other languages. You can also view web pages dedicated to 50 specific countries.

To join us on a virtual open day, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/virtualopenday

Welcome week

In September each year, we arrange Welcome week, which helps you settle into life here. The week includes general events to introduce you to our facilities, subject-specific events to begin your academic induction and a range of social and cultural activities.

During the week, you will meet other undergraduate students and explore the University and the city, so that you know where to worship, relax and shop. You will also meet current international students who will be able to give you good advice.

Meet and GreetThe Meet and Greet service from London Heathrow Airport is provided free of charge and is designed to get you to the University in time for the Welcome week. If you are starting your studies in 2016/17, you can register for both the service and the Welcome week from July 2016 on our website.

VisasBefore you join us, find out about the UK’s immigration procedures. Do this well in advance of your arrival in the UK. Our website provides information on student visas, police registration, working in the UK and has links to other useful websites.

International scholarshipsWe offer a number of subject-specific scholarships and bursaries to international students. These are based on international merit and vary depending on the subject.

English language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you have reached a satisfactory standard in an approved English language test. For the majority of our courses in Health Sciences we require an IELTS level of 7 or equivalent, achieved in the past two years. If you need to improve your English language skills, you can apply to our pre-sessional English language courses. For more information on general English Language requirements please visit our website.

Join us and students from more than 130 different countries at Southampton.

Find out morewww.southampton.ac.uk/internationalT: +44 (0)23 8059 9699 E: [email protected]

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TRAVEL DETAILS

Southampton has excellent transport links with the rest of the UK and internationally, by road, rail, sea and air.

By road

Our Southampton and Winchester campuses are well connected to the national road network. The M3 links Southampton and Winchester directly to London. For Southampton campuses, exit the M3 at junction 14 and follow signs for Southampton (A33). Follow the A33 into Bassett Avenue and follow signs to University campuses.

For Winchester School of Art, exit the M3 at junction nine or 10 and follow signs to the campus.

The M27 is one of the major road links along the south coast of England and passes Southampton to the north. For the University, leave the M27 at junction five (Southampton Airport) and follow signs to University campuses.

Satellite navigation

When travelling by car, please use the following postcodes in satellite navigation devices:

For Southampton Highfield Campus, use SO17 1BJ

For Avenue Campus, use SO17 1BF

For the National Oceanography Centre Southampton, use SO14 3ZH

For Southampton General Hospital, use SO16 6YD

For Winchester School of Art, use SO23 8DL

By air

Southampton Airport is about 20 minutes from the Southampton campuses by bus or taxi. There is a full UK domestic service, as well as flights to mainland Europe and the Channel Islands. We are also within a two-hour journey time by car of the international airports of Heathrow and Gatwick.

By bus

We run the award winning uni-link bus service that connects our Southampton campuses with all the major transport links in the city. You can buy tickets at the uni-link office or you can buy tickets on the bus.

Downloadable for iPhone, the SotonBus App allows you to view bus and route information from all major bus operators in the Southampton area. With GPS positioning, you can find your nearest bus stop, plan routes and save frequently used bus stops for easy access.

By coach

National Express runs the Service SH032 to London Victoria Coach Station via Heathrow through Highfield Campus. For timetable information, visit www.nationalexpress.com

By rail

Southampton and Winchester are well served by mainline railway stations – Southampton Central, Southampton Airport Parkway and Winchester. Fast trains from London and Bournemouth/Weymouth stop at all three stations, and the typical journey times to London Waterloo from Southampton Central and Winchester are an hour and 20 minutes and an hour, respectively. Winchester School of Art is a 15 minute walk from Winchester train station. The uni-link frequent bus service (U1), connects into the Southampton Airport Parkway and Southampton Central train services, via the University.

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Railway station

Coach Station

CAMPUS INFORMATION

University buildings

Halls of residence

New halls of residence developments from 2014 onwards

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Disclaimer

The University of Southampton will use all reasonable efforts to deliver advertised programmes and other services and facilities in accordance with the descriptions set out in its prospectuses, student handbooks, welcome guides and website. It will provide students with the tuition, learning support, services and facilities as described with reasonable care and skill.

The University, therefore, reserves the right if it considers it to be necessary to alter the timetable, location, content or method of delivery of events provided such alterations are reasonable.

Financial or other losses

The University will not be held liable for any direct or indirect financial or other losses or damage arising from changes

made to the event timetable, location, content or method of delivery of various services and facilities set out herein.

Force majeure

The University will not be held liable for any loss, damage or expense resulting from any delay, variation or failure in the provision of services and facilities set out herein, arising from circumstances beyond the University’s reasonable control, including (but not limited to) war or threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse weather conditions, interruption in power supplies or other services for any reason, fire, boycott and telecommunications failure.

In the event that such circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the University arise, it will use all reasonable endeavours to minimise disruption as far as it is practical to do so.

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