Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) examines the causes, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The course will develop a strong foundation in healthcare science and specialist skills in either cardiac or respiratory and sleep physiology. You will also gain an understanding of the importance of patient-centred care, evidence-based practice, clinical audit and multidisciplinary team working. It's a practical course that gives you the knowledge and professional skills for work as a clinical physiologist.

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.