Health and Life Sciences International Foundation Pathway CertHE

<strong>About the course</strong><br/><br/>Health and Life Sciences International Foundation Pathway: Certificate of Higher Education is designed for international students who want to progress onto an undergraduate degree in health and life sciences. It combines subject specific study with English language development and academic skills.<br/><br/>This pathway is suitable if you do not yet meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto a degree. You will strengthen your English language ability while building a foundation in biological sciences, human health and research skills to support your progression.<br/><br/><strong>What you’ll study</strong><br/><br/>You’ll build a solid foundation in health and life sciences, while gaining professional skills valued across healthcare, biomedical and scientific sectors, including academic writing, data analysis, research methods, experimental design and core concepts in human physiology.<br/><br/>Modules offered can vary each year but may include:<br/><br/>• English: London as Global City<br/><br/>• Data Analysis and Research Skills<br/><br/>• Foundations of Biological Sciences<br/><br/>• Human Health and Disease<br/><br/><strong>How you’ll learn</strong><br/><br/>You will learn through:<br/><br/>• Lectures, seminars and workshops led by experienced academic staff<br/><br/>• English language development sessions focused on speaking, listening, reading and writing for academic study<br/><br/>• Enquiry based scientific learning to develop analytical and problem solving skills<br/><br/>• Coursework, reports and essays to build academic and professional communication<br/><br/>• Regular meetings with your academic guidance tutor for feedback and personalised support<br/><br/>You will also benefit from digital learning resources, including virtual learning platforms, online journals and scientific databases.<br/><br/><strong>Future opportunities</strong><br/><br/>After successfully completing the pathway, you can apply to a range of undergraduate degrees at Roehampton in health and life sciences.<br/><br/>Example progression areas include:<br/><br/>• Adult Nursing<br/><br/>• Adult and Mental Health Nursing<br/><br/>• Biological Sciences<br/><br/>• Biomedical Sciences<br/><br/>• Children’s Nursing<br/><br/>• Mental Health Nursing<br/><br/>• Neuroscience<br/><br/>• Nutrition and Health<br/><br/>• Zoology<br/><br/>The academic, scientific and communication skills you develop will support your transition to undergraduate study and prepare you for future professional roles in healthcare and life sciences.<br/><br/><strong>Facilities</strong><br/><br/>You will study in a supportive campus environment with access to specialist facilities and learning resources.<br/><br/>• Modern teaching rooms and seminar spaces<br/><br/>• Science laboratories for practical learning<br/><br/>• Library collections including scientific journals and online databases<br/><br/>• Dedicated study areas and careers support services<br/><br/>These facilities support your academic development and help you apply health and life sciences knowledge with confidence.