Foundation in Health & Human Sciences

Your learning is enhanced by work-based placements, the University’s partnership with local NHS trusts and the Peninsula Allied Health Centre, a multi-million-pound facility for students
Tailored English language modules covering technical industry vocabulary

Pathways at the University of Plymouth

EU: £9,250

International: £16,950

Three semesters

September

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Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

You will develop your academic communication skills and use of digital technology for higher education.
How will I be assessed? 60% coursework, 30% exam and 10% personal development planning
Principles of ICT

You will use Microsoft Office packages and get to grips with website content management systems (CMS) and other online apps.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 25% exam and 25% presentation assessment
Targeted English Language 1

You will focus on evidence-based practice and problem-based learning that is specific to the health professions, developing academic and communication skills as well as technical vocabulary.
How will I be assessed? 100% in-class assessment

Biology

You will learn about key biological theories, such as Darwin’s theory of evolution, and cover topics including genetics, DNA, the immune system and photosynthesis.
How will I be assessed? 70% exam, 30% assessment
Numerical Techniques 1

You will revise basic mathematics and learn how to apply this to real-life scientific and everyday problems. Topics include algebra and handling data.
How will I be assessed? 100% exam
Physics

You will learn how to rationalise the key laws of physics, including Newton’s Laws of Motivation and Universal Gravitation.
How will I be assessed? 100% exam
Targeted English Language 2

You will focus on evidence-based practice and problem-based learning that is specific to the health professions, developing academic and communication skills as well as technical vocabulary.
How will I be assessed? 100% in-class assessment

Chemistry

You will receive an introduction to chemistry, including The Periodic Table, chemical calculations and atomic structure.
How will I be assessed? 80% exam, 20% coursework
Numerical Techniques 2

You will build on your analytical abilities and knowledge of mathematical principles.
How will I be assessed? 100% exam
Practical Methods in Science and Technology

You will look at the basic tools and skills required to ask, answer and report scientific and technological questions at undergraduate level.
How will I be assessed? 100% coursework/assessment
Targeted English Language 3

You will focus on evidence-based practice and problem-based learning that is specific to the health professions, developing academic and communication skills as well as technical vocabulary.
How will I be assessed? 100% in-class assessment