Name: BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Healthcare
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BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Healthcare

This BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Healthcare) is a flexible programme designed to enable suitably qualified and experienced practitioners to 'top up' a Level 5 qualification to a degree, through a number of different specialisms.

This course can be studied full-time over one year, or spread over up to six years. Each module is awarded a number of credits and can be studied on a stand-alone basis, providing greater flexibility when working towards the BSc (Hons) qualification.

Why study BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Health Care?

Top-Up Degree for Career Advancement

Designed as a one-year top-up, this course enables individuals who have completed a two-year foundation degree in early years, primary education, or a related field to obtain a full BA (Hons) degree. This qualification enhances your career progression opportunities in early years and education sectors.

Flexible, Work-Integrated Learning

Our course requires attendance on campus just one day per week, allowing you to balance your studies with ongoing employment. Assignments are work-related, facilitating the direct application of theoretical knowledge to workplace settings and promoting continuous professional development.

Emphasis on Inclusion

The curriculum incorporates themes of inclusion and social justice, reflecting the evolving nature of educational practice. This focus prepares students to address contemporary social issues within early years and educational policy.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

At Buckinghamshire New University we have a history of excellence in healthcare education. Our wide range of courses gives students the opportunity to specialise in different areas of interest. We also have close links with our practice partners (local healthcare institutions) and are constantly involved with healthcare research.

What will I study?

The course requires you to complete a total of 120 credits at Level 6, typically from four 30 credit modules. You can choose the modules you wish to study from a number of options, depending on your study interests or the specialism you wish to follow. Specific content will depend on module choice.

For the default Healthcare specialism, only the final Dissertation module is core.

For the Nursing specialism you need to have an NMC qualification but only the dissertation module is core.

For all other specialisms you need to complete the core module, and your dissertation should focus on the core subject. For example for the Cardiac Care specialism you will do the Cardiac care module, 2 x optional modules and a dissertation focussing on cardiac care.

Specialisms

BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Healthcare)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Cancer Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Cancer and Palliative Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Cardiac Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Cardiothoracic Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Child)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Critical Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Dementia Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Emergency and Unscheduled Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Mental Health)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Nursing)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Palliative Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Perioperative Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Respiratory Care)
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice (Renal Care)

View the programme specification below for more information.

How will I be taught and assessed?

A variety of teaching methods are used throughout the programme including; practical workshops, seminars, lectures and simulation. A virtual learning environment (VLE) will support you with online learning and enhance face-to-face teaching. Independent study is expected under the guidance of the module teacher and includes wider reading, preparation for lectures and planning to prepare for assignment submission.

At BNU, we recognise roles in this field are hands-on – that’s why you’ll take part in simulated learning experiences using our specialised facilities dedicated to nursing at our Uxbridge campus.

Useful Documents

BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Healthcare Programme Specification

What are the course entry requirements?

A typical offer will include at least 120 credits at level 5, evidence of clinical experience and candidates will need to be working in a relevant area of health care practice.

Students choosing the modular option who intend to complete this degree programme can only use a maximum of 60 credits as Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL). For those students wishing to use credits from other universities, only 60 credits can be used as Accredited Prior Learning (APL). Students will choose from a portfolio of modules or short courses available.

Modules

This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.

Year 1 Modules

Please consult the programme specification for full details on this programme's modules.

What are the tuition fees

Home

Home, Academic Year 2024 - 2025: £7,700 *
Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £8,100 *

Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.

Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  

Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  

Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  

We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.

The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.

Additional course costs and financial support

Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.

What are my career prospects?

This course offers a grounding that enables health care professionals to knowledgeably manage patients within their specialist field. As a successful graduate you will have a desirable qualification for career progression, including highly sought after jobs.

Further opportunities for successful students include studying at master’s level towards an award in a relevant field of advanced practice, for example MSc Advanced Practice.