Health Sciences (W44) DipHE
Course Overview - Health Sciences (W44) DipHE
In this diploma, you’ll study the essential scientific concepts underpinning the function of the human mind and body; the incidence, diagnosis and treatment of disease and disability; and the maintenance and improvement of health in different populations. If you’re interested in the science behind our health – from what we can do as individuals to stay healthy, to global health issues such as epidemics or the treatment of people with dementia – this diploma is for you. It’s particularly relevant if you work in health-related professions, or you’re thinking about doing so.
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In this diploma, you’ll study the essential scientific concepts underpinning the function of the human mind and body; the incidence, diagnosis and treatment of disease and disability; and the maintenance and improvement of health in different populations. If you’re interested in the science behind our health – from what we can do as individuals to stay healthy, to global health issues such as epidemics or the treatment of people with dementia – this diploma is for you. It’s particularly relevant if you work in health-related professions, or you’re thinking about doing so.
Key features of the course
• Explore health and disease from a multidisciplinary, evidence-based perspective
• Use innovative online collaborative and virtual experiences to develop science practical skills
• Develop a wide range of transferable skills
• Build a solid foundation for further study
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
02/2027
Campus
Distance Learning
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £5,200 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Scotland | £5,344 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Wales | £5,744 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Republic of Ireland | £15,392 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England | £16,352 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, Channel Islands, International | £17,680 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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