Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship with BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship with BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science is a three-year degree apprenticeship program offered by Manchester Metropolitan University. This program combines academic study with work-based learning, allowing students to earn while they learn.

Course Information

• The program is part of the Department of Life Sciences at Manchester Met.
• It is taught by experts in their chosen field, with links to external professionals to enhance learning and build connections to the working world.
• The course includes collaborative projects, group work activities, and presentations, which may be formally assessed.
• A three-year degree qualification typically comprises 360 credits (120 credits per year), with ten credits equating to 100 hours of study.

Entry Requirements

• These may be subject to change for the 2026/27 academic year.
• For UK students, specific requirements are not detailed in the provided context.
• For international students:
  • IELTS requirements are available, but specific scores are not provided in the context.
  • Country-specific entry requirements can be found on the university's website.

Fees and Funding

• Tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are still being finalized.
• Information on 2025/26 standard undergraduate fees for UK/Channel Islands and EU/Non-EU international students is available.

Career Prospects

• 88.7% of UK-domiciled, full-time, first-degree graduates are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation, according to the Graduate Outcomes survey 2021/22.
• The university offers careers support and prospects through its Careers Service, including help with getting ready for further study or working life, starting a business, and accessing hundreds of online short courses.
• Graduate outcomes and career support are designed to help students build sought-after skills and explore their options.

Program Structure

• The program is a full-time degree apprenticeship that lasts for three years.
• It includes a combination of lectures, seminars, practical sessions, and independent study.
• The exact composition of study time and assessments will vary according to option choices and style of learning.

Department and Faculty

• The program is part of the Department of Life Sciences.
• Students are supported by a department of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers who are experts in their field.

University and Location

• Manchester Metropolitan University has a long history of driving innovation and progress.
• The university is located in Manchester, offering an inspiring and welcoming setting for studies, with a diverse community and opportunities for social, cultural, and professional development.

Student Support and Community

• The university offers a range of support services, including help with careers, placements, and building skills for the future.
• Students can engage with over 130 clubs and societies, an ever-changing social calendar, and a free advice centre through The Union.
• The university invests in modern learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union, and fantastic social hubs and sporting facilities to provide an outstanding student experience.