Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) examines the causes, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The course offers a strong foundation in healthcare science and specialist skills in either cardiac or respiratory and sleep physiology. You can gain an understanding of the importance of patient-centred care, evidence-based practice, clinical audit and multidisciplinary team working. It's a practical course giving you the knowledge and professional skills for work as a clinical physiologist. BSc(Hons) Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) at UWE Bristol is the principal training route for healthcare science practitioners in the NHS. The course is provided through a unique collaboration between the University and local NHS providers in the South West region. With fully integrated work-based training, you will work at the leading-edge of healthcare science using state-of-the-art equipment in a patient-facing environment.

This course is a recognised training route for healthcare scientists and prepares you for a range of careers or for postgraduate study. Healthcare scientists working in physiological sciences use specialist scientific equipment and typically have a significant amount of direct contact with patients. Graduates work in hospital clinics and departments, as part of a medical or surgical team and in the community. The course also develops the transferable skills valued by every employer, including teamwork, communication, leadership, problem solving and numeracy.