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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a an exam type
Acquire the skills and expertise to detect and quantify cardiac and respiratory health problems in people of all ages and pathologies, in the rewarding field of cardiac physiology. Your three-year Cardiac Physiology (Healthcare Science) degree is challenging but rewarding and focuses on the detection and assessment of heart disease in a wide range of settings. The courseis divided equally between academic and clinical placement learning, giving you the skills to change lives through your specialist care.You will study cardiovascular, respiratory and sleep physiology in your first year, then specialise in cardiac physiology in your second and third years. You will learn how to use specialist diagnostic equipment and interpret clinical information to make key decisions.Our dedicated physiology team will be teaching and supporting you from day one right through to your final year. 100% of our graduates (2021) are employed in cardiac departments and working in the NHS.You will benefit from 2,000 hours of practice placements working as part of a multidisciplinary team. The BSc Cardiac Physiology degree can be studied over three years full-time or four years part-time. This is the three year, full-time option.
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Access to HE Diploma:
D:33,M:9 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
A Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF):
DDM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF):
D Grades / Points required
T Level:
D Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
B Grades / Points required
including one science. Science includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and PE. A pass in Science practical is required where applicable.
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
Science based Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 33 Distinctions and 9 Merits.
including a preferred science subject.
A Level students also taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will be made an alternative offer of A Level grades BBB, plus grade A in the EPQ.
Pass, with overall score of 32 points with 16 at Higher Level and a pure science subject at Higher Level.International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Including a preferred science subject.Applicants must also hold Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher.
DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade B in A-level subject.We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
DDM in Health Studies or ScienceBTEC Diploma and BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered when offered in combination with other relevant qualifications.
DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade B in A-level subject.We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
D in National Extended Certificate plus BB from two A-levelsWe accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
DDM in Health Studies or Science
D in National Extended Certificate plus BB from two A-levelsWe accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
Health or Healthcare Science – An overall distinction with grade B in the core element
ABB from 3 A levels including a science subjectorAB from two A levels including a science subject and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
Students living in
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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