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Free BSc Healthcare Science Medical Physics in Bristol

CostFREE
Duration3 years
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
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About this course

Free BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Medical Physics) in Bristol. Classes run at UWE Bristol on a block release and day attendance basis. This is a degree apprenticeship, so you earn while you study, with training fully funded through the apprenticeship levy. You'll follow one of three specialist pathways in Medical Physics Technology, working toward becoming a qualified healthcare scientist. The course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science and developed in partnership with NHS trusts. It typically takes three years part-time. Entry requires Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, Level 3 qualifications totalling 96 UCAS tariff points, plus DBS and Occupational Health checks.

Who this course is for

Study one of three specialist pathways on our Healthcare Science Practitioner (Medical Physics Technology) apprenticeship. Accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science as part of Health Education England (HEE), this apprenticeship trains you to be a qualified healthcare scientist.

Thanks to a unique collaboration between UWE Bristol and NHS providers, healthcare science practitioners can now access exciting learning opportunities – fully funded through the apprenticeship levy.  

This Level 6 degree apprenticeship is aimed at healthcare workers who wish to develop in the field of medical physics and specialise in radiation physics, nuclear medicine or radiotherapy. The teaching content has been built in consultation with the National School of Healthcare Science and the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.

If you’re currently employed as a healthcare worker, you’ll develop the skills and behaviours required to excel in the field of medical physics. Combining study with your existing role, you’ll gain the technical knowledge needed to research, develop, test and maintain specialist equipment used to prevent, diagnose and treat many a range of conditions.

Entry requirements

Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent Level 3 Qualifications Tariff points: 96 A-Level: Grade C or above in one of the subject requirements shown above. EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: including at least one relevant STEM subject. You’ll will need a minimum of five units in an acceptable subject. T Levels: A good pass (A*-C) in Healthcare Science or Science. Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) & Occupational Health checks

What you will learn

  • You'll develop specialist knowledge in one of three Medical Physics Technology pathways
  • You'll apply healthcare science principles in a real NHS workplace setting
  • You'll use industry-standard laboratory equipment and online study resources
  • You'll build clinical and scientific skills required of a qualified healthcare scientist
  • You'll complete work-based learning supported by NHS provider partners
  • You'll understand the professional standards and responsibilities of a healthcare science practitioner

How you will learn

Learning combines block release study at UWE Bristol with one day of online learning per week. You'll study in modern science laboratories and access interactive online resources. Work-based learning takes place in your NHS employer's setting, integrating practical clinical experience with academic study throughout the three years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. UWE Bristol will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and an Occupational Health assessment before the course begins.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Healthcare Scientist (Medical Physics): qualified NHS practitioner role
  • Clinical Scientist: advanced diagnostic and research work in the NHS
  • Medical Physics Technologist: specialist equipment and patient measurement work
  • Physiological Measurement Technician: cardiac, respiratory, or neurophysiology testing
  • NHS Healthcare Science Practitioner: broad clinical science support across specialisms
  • Research Associate (Healthcare Science): laboratory and clinical research settings

What you could study next

After completing this BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science qualification, you could progress to a Master's degree in Medical Physics or Clinical Science, which is required for entry to the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP). The STP leads to registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Some graduates also pursue postgraduate research or specialist CPD qualifications in their chosen pathway.

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