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Health Studies
Investigate health in its broad context and investigates contemporary health issues, such as sexual health and dementia.
Why study Health Studies?
The Health Studies course will give you a great starting point for entry into a health care career such as nursing, midwifery, childcare, education, or paramedic to name a few. Each student in the department has the opportunity to complete work experience in a care setting. Even if you are not planning on going into a health care career, the skills you will gain are vital in many professions.
New course video to be added asap. Current government guidance states that the College cannot offer a two A-level equivalent vocational course in this subject. Should this guidance change, we will contact applicants immediately.
The Information for the Extended Certificate is still accurate.
What will I study?
Extended Certificate (one A-level equivalent).
- Principles of health and Social Care - this unit looks at equality and diversity, health and safety in Health and Social Care Settings
- Person-centered approach to care
- Anatomy and physiology for healthcare
Students will cover an additional two coursework based units in areas such as Public Health and Nutrition
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements (other than the College entry points) for this course but there is coursework involved
Which exam board & how will I be assessed?
OCR
This course is 60% coursework 40% exam.
Where could it take me?
Studying Health Studies opens the door to a wide range of rewarding careers. It prepares you for health-based degrees such as midwifery at Liverpool John Moores University, critical care nursing at King’s College London, or social work at Edge Hill University. You could also pursue further study in education or speech and language therapy. Alternatively, you may choose to enter the workforce directly, taking on vital roles in the health and social care sector such as a paramedic, early years worker, or adult care worker. Health Studies equips you with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference in people’s lives.
For further information on careers in Health Studies, please visit:
What can I do with a health studies degree? | Prospects.ac.ukTo explore top-ranked universities for studying Health Studies and view available courses, please visit:
Best UK universities for health professions – league table | Health professions | The GuardianTo see the current jobs available with a Health Studies degree, please visit:
15 health science degree jobs (with duties and salaries) | Indeed.com UK
Subject combinations
There is some overlap with both Applied Science, Biology, Physical Education, Sociology and Psychology.
What support is available?
One-to-one tutorials, revision buddies with other students and small group support sessions are all available.
What extracurricular activity is available?
Each student in the department has the opportunity to complete work experience in a care setting. We also host visiting speakers from breastfeeding charities and from various health and social care settings.
Did you know?
Our students go on to a variety of degree offers – psychology, forensic science, human resources, nursing and policing to name a few.
