Program Overview

Practice Development via Study Centres BSc (Hons)

Overview

BSc (Hons) Practice Development covers the concepts of clinical governance, critical appraisal, reflective practice, and public health. There is a strong emphasis on relating theory to clinical practice. In addition, by choosing your own project in consultation with tutors, you can tailor learning to your particular career aspirations. All learning is underpinned by an evidence-based practice which promotes the development of high-quality health care provision.

Why us?

• Tailored learning to your chosen career aspirations
• This course will enhance careers in areas such as health and social care, childhood and family studies, criminal justice, social work, and community and youth work.

Course structure

You‘ll be taught by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable team of highly skilled professionals, who are actively involved in consultancy work and healthcare research. Each member of the team has at least one specialist area of clinical and teaching expertise.

You will be taught using a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, group work presentations, and one-to-one tutorials.

You will be assessed using a range of assessment methods including written assignments, group presentations, and individual presentations and exams.

Modules on this course include:

• Research Methods
• Theory and Practice in Health Care
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Management of Care
• Preparation for Mentorship
• Law and Ethics in Healthcare
• Dissertation

Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.

Facilities

Please visit the International College of Business and Technology website for information on location and facilities.

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is:

• Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 UCAS points – Students must have H1-H7 or O1-O4 in Maths & English.
• QQI/FETAC 5: Pass profile overall. For entry, we also require H1-H7 or O1-O4 in Maths and English from Irish Leaving Certificate.

If you don't meet our standard entry requirements, you can take one of the foundation pathways at our partners ONCAMPUS Sunderland. Find out more information and whether your course is eligible on our ONCAMPUS page.

If your qualification is not listed above, please contact the Student Administration team for further advice.

Please contact the study centre for more information on their specific requirements and equivalent qualifications from outside the UK.

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Fees and finance

Please contact the International College of Business and Technology for information on tuition fees and available support.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

Qualifications at degree-level are becoming increasingly vital for moving up the career ladder. Our graduates have gone on to secure many senior positions in a range of healthcare settings.