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Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation Science graduates will develop a holistic approach to health and rehabilitation, inclusive of physiological, anatomical, psychological and socio-cultural factors. Become a skilled, flexible and accountable healthcare worker capable of meeting the challenges and future needs of the Australian healthcare system.

This three-year degree will enable students to develop comprehensive knowledge and skills that support generic practice in a range of health settings. Students will develop:

An understanding of the principles of rehabilitation

Extensive knowledge of anatomy and how the body functions

Knowledge about human development

An understanding of psychology and sociology

Extensive knowledge of disease and the medications used to treat disease

Skills in how to run a health education/community development program

Knowledge of exercise science, including musculoskeletal and cardiovascular functioning

Skills and knowledge in communication and group work

A sound foundation for entry into professional health degrees.

Students may choose to exit the course with the University Certificate in Health and Rehabilitation Science upon satisfactory completion of the first seven subjects (64 subject points). Study to this level will provide students with an introduction to generic health concepts and skills.
Students may choose to exit the course with the Associate Degree in Health and Rehabilitation Science upon satisfactory completion of the first 14 subjects (128 subject points). Study to this level will provide students with generic health knowledge and skills that enable graduates to engage in supervised practice in a range of settings.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted into the course, prospective students need to indicate their likelihood of success through: previous studies, and other attainments and experience.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Requires attendance at residential/intensive school.

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This course enable students to develop their expertise in critically appraising practice in the health and social care arena from an inter-professional and contemporary perspective. Some modules may address the wider societal and political influences that impact on health and social care. The course will equip students with the skills of critical reflection and evaluation to be able to lead/facilitate advanced and innovative practice within the health and social care context.

Entry Requirements

3 GCSEs at grade C or above of which 2 must be in English and Maths.

You must be employed in a health and social care context with at least one year full time or equivalent part-time experience.

You must give evidence of personal, professional and educational experience so that you may meet the academic and practice demands of the programme.

English language ability to an IELTS score of 6.0, or equivalent.

Other Fees

Annual registration fee - 175 pounds

Notes

International students wishing to access this pathway must possess a health and social care related qualification as outlined in entry requirements.

Online distance learning students have flexibility in setting their own pace of study, which means that the course can be completed in a minimum period of 3 years.

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The MRes in Health and Social Care is a comprehensive introduction to quantitative or qualitative research methods in the field of health and social care. You will learn how to make informed decisions about appropriate research design and methods and also carry out a piece of original empirical research.

This masters degree enables professionals to gain the skills and competence necessary to conduct high quality, effective research and is ideal preparation for further study at PhD level.

The teaching team at the University has extensive research expertise in: Health and Technology, Long Term Conditions, Social Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing, Health of Women and Children.

Entry Requirements

EU and International students visit our EU and International webpages for entry requirements tailored to your home
country.

Applicants must normally have a first degree in a health or social science related area.

English Language Requirement:
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IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component less than 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

Other Fees

Home/EU: £1,260 for dissertation

Overseas: £2,865 for dissertation

Please note that a yearly fee of £200 (subject to annual review) will be payable if the dissertation is not completed within a period of 12 months.

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For students who wish to pursue a variety of careers in health and/or social care where research is a core component. The course will equip students with an in-depth understanding and knowledge and skills in a range of theoretical underpinnings and research methods relevant to applied research in a range of contemporary health and social care contexts.

The MRes Health & Social Care (MRes HSC) programme will equip students with an in-depth understanding and knowledge and skills in a range of theoretical underpinnings and research methods relevant to applied research in a range of contemporary health and social care contexts.

The MRes HSC is for students who wish to pursue a variety of careers in health and/or social care where research is a core component. The majority of modules within the programme are shared with other students undertaking MSc and MPhil/PhD study.

The course is delivered mainly online but is complemented by two compulsory four-day campus-based introductory and winter study schools, and 1 mid-semester study day in both semester 1 and 2.

Entry Requirements

An honours first degree (normally 2.1 or above, *) in a relevant subject from an approved higher education institution.

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For part-time students, written support of their employer to attend the programme and to complete any necessary requirements.

* Applicants with a 2:2 honours first degree may be considered on the basis of documented evidence of exceptional innovative practice, practice leadership, service development, research projects and publications. Such evidence must be clearly described in any application.

English language requirements
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Candidates whose first language is not English must have one of the following:

IELTS 7.0, with a score of 6.5 or above in each component
TOEFL 623 paper based
TOEFL 106 internet based (with a minimum score of 20 in each component)
TOEFL 250 computer based
GCSE English grade C

Other entry requirements
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In order to undertake the course, students should also ensure that they have:

Two days per week minimum study time (part-time students); Full-time hours availability (full-time students)
For those seconded from employment to undertake the course - approval and support from their employer
Consistent computer and IT access
Computer hardware minimum: P4 1.6 GB PC with 256Mb RAM
Broadband connection: downstream 2 Mb, upstream 256k
Software: Windows XP or Vista
Webcam and Skype

Other Fees

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In today’s fast-changing care sector, professionals at all levels need to be proactive and flexible to succeed. This degree provides a sound and critical understanding of health and social care policy, theory and practice, and the skills you need for effective practice in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment. You’ll also understand how ethical, legal, social, economic and political factors influence the provision and development of services; and gain the critical and analytical skills that underpin evidence-based practice.

Key features of the course
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A choice of five routes: Health and wellbeing; Older adults; Mental health; Work with children, young people and families; or Healthcare and health science

Helps you to develop as an independent and reflective learner

Explores the context and processes of change and new ways of working across agencies and professional boundaries.

Entry Requirements

None

Other Fees

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