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Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology) BSc (Hons)
Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Singleton Park Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
26-SEP-22
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Swansea University’s BSc in Respiratory and Sleep Physiology will give you the expert training you need to begin a rewarding career working with doctors and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat people with respiratory disease and sleep-related breathing disorders.Studying the structure and functions of the respiratory system, together with the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, you will combine in-depth academic work with practical clinical and technological skills in a range of specialised healthcare settings.Respiratory and Sleep Physiology is an exciting field that requires a high level of responsibility, accuracy, and problem-solving ability. As a respiratory and sleep physiologist, you will work with patients of all ages and disabilities, performing a wide range of diagnostic tests and developing treatment plans.Our state-of-the-art facilities allow you to learn and practice your clinical and technical skills in our simulated clinical practice rooms. Equipped with the latest technology and equipment, each room offers a unique environment that replicates a wide range of realistic clinical settings. The rooms provide an excellent opportunity for you to put theory into practice and gain confidence and experience in clinical environments.You will spend around half of your course on clinical placements giving you greater insight into the skills you have learnt with our expert clinical teaching team. Clinical Placements will teach you how to present to patients and will embed your learning into your practise. The course is accredited by all the major regulatory bodies, and you will benefit from our strong links with the NHS and local health boards, with our nearest hospital being next to our Singleton Park campus. Many of our academic staff in Health Sciences are also practising clinicians, providing invaluable professional insight and expertise.On graduation, you will be eligible to join the voluntary register with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists and enter the workplace as an independent practitioner.You will also join a university that is:• TEF Gold - A Gold Rating in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework• 12th in the UK for Student Satisfaction – NSS 2021• UK Top 25 University - Guardian University Guide 2022
Application deadline
26 January
Tuition fees
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Entry requirements
Choose a qualification
QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Access to HE Diploma
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
University information

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University League Table
29th
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Campus address
Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales
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Subject ranking
64th out of 73 28
1st out of 35 9
42nd out of 118 21
6th out of 29
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/ Max 54.04 81%36th
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/ Max 10097.0 97%32nd
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/ Max 54.23 85%10th
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/ Max 216128 62%46th
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/ Max 10058.0 58%43rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.91 78%79th
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/ Max 128115 90%8th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10065.0 65%5th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.92 78%22nd