Nursing and Allied Health Professions Foundation Year

Course Overview

This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge required to prepare you for a rewarding career in a number of healthcare professions.

Why You Should Study This Course

• This course has been specifically designed to prepare you for a degree course in Nursing or Allied Health Professions at Coventry University or at CU Scarborough.
• All successful students on this course are therefore guaranteed an interview for degree courses in nursing and allied health profession courses at Coventry University, subject to completing an internal application form before the UCAS equal consideration January deadline.
• You will be given an opportunity to begin to develop the skills and competencies that relate to the successful study of the Health Professions and their regulatory bodies such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Nursing and Allied Health Professions Pathways

• Adult Nursing (also available at CU Scarborough)
• Children and Young People’s Nursing
• Diagnostic Radiography
• Dietetics
• Learning Disabilities Nursing (also available at CU Scarborough)
• Mental Health Nursing (also available at CU Scarborough)
• Midwifery
• Occupational Therapy
• Operating Department Practice
• Physiotherapy

What You'll Study

The curriculum has been designed to equip you with the knowledge, competences and skills required to be successful in today’s workplace as well as provide the academic rigour that is expected from degree-level study.

Modules

• Fundamentals of Pathophysiology and Disease - 30 credits
• Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology - 30 credits
• Introduction to Professional Practice and Regulatory Standards - 30 credits
• Approaches to Health and Wellbeing for the Health Professional - 30 credits

How You'll Learn

Your foundation year is focused on applied learning geared to high-intensity teaching and study throughout the course. The delivery of course content is a blend of lectures, tutorials and online mediums.

Teaching Contact Hours

You will receive approximately 20 hours of guided learning per week. This will be a combination of face-to-face teaching and online learning support. There will also be group tutorials every week.

Additionally, you will be expected to undertake up to 30 hours of self-directed study, depending on the demands of individual modules.

Assessment

Assessments have been designed to reflect those that you will be able to develop and use within your future role within the health professions e.g. a structured report, a professional debate and poster presentation. In addition, your assessments will prepare you for the interview process (values-based recruitment) required for progression on to further study in the health professions.

You will be assessed using:

• Case study
• Individual presentations
• Essay
• Numeracy test
• Portfolio

Entry Requirements

Typical offer for 2024/25 entry.

• UK
• International

Applicants should have A levels or equivalent qualifications and hold a Level 2 qualification (equivalent to GCSE) in English and Maths. Applicants with significant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Tuition Fees

2024/25 tuition fees.

• Student | Full-time | Part-time
  • UK | £7,950 | Not available
  • International | £18,300 | Not available

Facilities

You will have the opportunity to use virtual reality teaching and learning and simulated, hands-on learning to experience the roles within Nursing and Allied Health Professions in addition to experiencing clinical insight days and access to guest speakers from the vast health care professions you might want to consider.

Careers and Opportunities

As the course is designed specifically to prepare you for roles in healthcare you will develop the skills and knowledge valued by employers in this field. In addition to practical and theoretical understanding of health professional roles you will also explore the importance of attributes such as care and compassion and develop an understanding of the expectation of healthcare professionals.

How to Apply

C740

Fd cert

Apply via UCAS

C85

Institution code

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UK students

Full-time UK undergraduate students apply through UCAS. Otherwise, you will need to apply to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.

How to apply

Apply via UCAS

International students

International codes:
CUCF031

International students should apply directly to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International pages or Coventry University Group's International hub.

Outline:

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Year 1

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Fundamentals of Pathophysiology and Disease

(30 credits) This module introduces you to the pathophysiological changes to body functions throughout the levels of organisation from chemical/molecular to cells, organs and organ systems and the most common causes of morbidity and mortality.

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Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology

(30 credits) This module introduces you to the fundamental knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how the body functions throughout the levels of organisation, from cells to body systems. You will also be introduced to the inter-relationships between body systems and how they work together to maintain homeostatic control.

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Introduction to Professional Practice and Regulatory Standards

(30 credits) This module will enable you to become familiar with the professional and regulatory standards in relation to the health professions. You will explore the current challenges to these within your chosen profession whilst exploring areas for good practice and service development.

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Approaches to Health and Wellbeing for the Health Professional

(30 credits) This module will examine how health and wellbeing are viewed in society and explore models of health and health beliefs. The impact of social determinants of health will also be examined. Public Health strategies and health promotion will also be discussed.

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Assessment:

• case study
• individual presentations
• essay
• numeracy test
• values-based interview

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Teaching:

Your foundation year is focused on applied learning geared to high-intensity teaching and study throughout the course. The delivery of course content is a blend of lectures, tutorials and online mediums. You will receive approximately 20 hours of guided learning per week. This will be a combination of face-to-face teaching and online learning support. There will also be group tutorials every week.

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Careers:

As the course is designed specifically to prepare you for roles in healthcare you will develop the skills and knowledge valued by employers in this field. In addition to practical and theoretical understanding of health professional roles you will also explore the importance of attributes such as care and compassion and develop an understanding of the expectation of healthcare professionals. This will be supported by developing teamwork, resilience and effective communication approaches that are essential to healthcare roles. The foundation course (subject to successful completion, progression requirements and meeting specific entrance criteria, i.e. values based interview) may allow progression to the following range of nursing and health degrees at Coventry University Group:

• Adult Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Adult Nursing Blended Learning BSc (Hons)
• Children and Young People's Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Early Childhood Development & Learning BA (Hons)
• Food Science BSc (Hons)
• Health and Social Care BA (Hons)
• Learning Disabilities Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Mental Health Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Midwifery BSc (Hons)
• Nursing Associate FdSc
• Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons)
• Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)
• Operating Department Practice BSc (Hons)
• Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)
• Public Health BSc (Hons)
• Public Health and Community Studies BA (Hons)
• Social Care BA (Hons)

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees: Any optional overseas field trips or visits: £400+ per trip. Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad). How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees? We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Your fee status determines your tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available to you. The rules about who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees for higher education courses in England are set by the government's Department for Education. The regulations identify all the different categories of student who can insist on paying the home rate. The regulations can be difficult to understand, so the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) has provided fee status guidance to help you identify whether you are eligible to pay the home or overseas rate. If you meet all the criteria required by any one category, including any residence requirements, your institution must charge you the home rate. You only need to find one category that you fit into. 2024/25 tuition fees. Student Full-time Part-time UK £7,950 International £18,300 For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our undergraduate finance page and see the University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions. We offer a range of international scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our international scholarships page.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design
• Received university status in 1992
• Over 30,000 students from over 150 countries
• Campuses in Coventry, London, and Scarborough
• Known for its focus on practical, industry-focused education

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in various disciplines
• Student support services include counseling, mental health support, and disability support
• Campus facilities include a gym, swimming pool, and student union

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Academics:

• Offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of subjects
• Faculty with industry experience and research expertise
• Teaching methodologies include lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning
• Academic support services include writing centers, math labs, and peer mentoring
• Unique academic programs include:
  • Centre for Applied Science and Technology
  • Centre for Business in Society
  • Centre for Intelligent Systems

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked among the top 150 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
• Excellent industry connections and partnerships
• Specialized facilities such as the National Transport Design Centre and the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing
• Notable alumni include:
  • Sir Frank Whittle, inventor of the jet engine
  • Sir David Attenborough, naturalist and broadcaster
  • Sir Patrick Stewart, actor

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Accommodation services
• Library with over 1 million books and resources
• Technology support
• Career development services