Course Comparison

Course
FdSc Nursing Associate FdSc Human Biosciences
Award
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Duration
2 years 2 years
Assessment breakdown
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Course type
Full-time Full-time
Placement
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Location
Plymouth Petroc
Provider
School of Nursing and Midwifery Petroc
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
64 to 96 points
A Levels
64 to 96 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels
BTEC
MPP to MMM – Science or health related subject preferred
Access
Pass a Science or health related access with 15 Level 3 credits at Merit and 30 at Pass
GCSE
GCSE English and Maths at a Grade C/4. Equivalents may be considered
Equivalent qualifications may be considered, including workplace delivered NVQs, please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is usually required. Ideally this should be one of the qualifications listed here, but the admissions team will assess on a case-by-case basis.
Additional requirements:
You must also complete:
  • DBS Enhanced Disclosure
  • Overseas Check
  • Occupational Health Screening
  • Self-disclosure document
We are unable to consider applicants who will require a Student visa to study on this course.
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