Cardiac Physiology (Healthcare Science) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cardiac Physiology (Healthcare Science) BSc (Hons)
Summary:
Be at the centre of patient care, where the application of cardiac science meets real lives. Cardiac physiology is a highly specialist healthcare career focusing on the anatomy and physiology of the heart and detecting cardiac pathologies.
On this degree, you will learn how to detect and assess cardiac and respiratory health issues across a wide range of patients and clinical settings. From your first year, you will begin building the skills needed to detect, quantify and treat cardiac disease, working with the latest technology within the field.
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Summary:
Be at the centre of patient care, where the application of cardiac science meets real lives. Cardiac physiology is a highly specialist healthcare career focusing on the anatomy and physiology of the heart and detecting cardiac pathologies.
On this degree, you will learn how to detect and assess cardiac and respiratory health issues across a wide range of patients and clinical settings. From your first year, you will begin building the skills needed to detect, quantify and treat cardiac disease, working with the latest technology within the field.
This is a course grounded in clinical practice. With extensive clinical placements and hands-on learning, you will graduate ready to step into a role within the NHS and make a difference from day one.
Key features of the course:
Split your time equally between academic study and clinical placements, building the knowledge and practical experience needed for a career in cardiac physiology.
Start by exploring cardiovascular, respiratory and sleep physiology, before specialising in cardiac physiology in your second and third years.
Learn to use specialist diagnostic equipment and interpret clinical data to support key decisions in patient care.
Teaching and application taking place at University Hospital Southampton in a dedicated specialist skills facility and Highfield Campus.
Gain over 1,500 hours of placement experience, working with patients in settings such as outpatient departments, wards, theatres and intensive care units.
Student support:
From day one, you will be supported both on campus and during your placements by a network of academic staff, including your Personal Academic Tutor and senior tutors.
You will also learn alongside a close community of healthcare students, with opportunities to reflect on your experiences through initiatives such as Schwartz Rounds, supporting your development as a compassionate healthcare professional.
Further information:
On successful completion of the course, you will be able to apply for registration with the Academy for Healthcare Science and work for the NHS.
The NHS Learning Support Fund may be available to support costs associated with placements.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B120
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
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.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
Science based Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 30 Distinctions and 15 Merits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
Including a required science subject. Applicants must also hold Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DD
DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade B in A Level subject. We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDM
DDM in Health Studies or Science BTEC Diploma and BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered when offered in combination with other relevant qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade B in A Level subject We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Extended Project
A
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.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D
D in National Extended Certificate plus BB from two A Levels We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
D in National Extended Certificate plus BB from two A Levels We accept Health Studies or Science related BTECs
A level
A,B,B
including one science. Science includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and PE. A pass in Science practical is required where applicable
T Level
D
Health or Healthcare Science – An overall Distinction with grade A in the Core element and Merit in Supporting the Therapy Team Specialism
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
B
ABB from 3 A Levels including a science subject or AB from two A Levels including a science subject and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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