Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Health Studies (International)] From Bangor University

This Health Studies (International) BSc Honours course is offered at the Bangor University.

The programme will enable Nurses & health professionals (including but not necessarily limited to roles such as Arts Therapist, Biomedical Scientist, Chiropodist / podiatrist, Clinical Scientist, Dietician, Hearing Aid Dispenser, Occupational Therapist, Operating Department Practitioner, Orthoptist, Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Practitioner Psychologist, Prosthetist / Orthotist, Radiographer, Speech and Language Therapist etc.) to develop graduate, lifelong learning skills together with the use of evidence based practice to enhance current professional and academic skills. Additional skills such as critical thinking and problem solving will enhance current professional and academic skills. Transferable skills will therefore be developed which will enhance both the employability and career progression of the registered professional overall.

As one of the leading UK providers of education in the Healthcare Sciences, Bangor University is able to offer overseas students an exceptional learning experience which benefits not only from the practical experience of staff but also from the research strength within the school. Bangor is located in the only truly bilingual part of the UK and overseas students will benefit from studying in a multi-lingual environment which may be similar to the environment in their home country.

It can also be extended and followed as a 2 year full-time course for applicants who do not already hold a diploma level qualification.

Please note: This course does not lead to registration with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) nor the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

• 1st in the UK for Radiography and Nursing 'Graduate Prospects' (THE TIMES Good University Guide 2018).
• 1st in the UK for Radiography and Top 10 for Nursing (THE TIMES Good University Guide 2018).
• Bangor University is rated Gold for "outstanding teaching" (2017 Teaching Excellence Framework).
• We have positive links with the local University Health Board (BCUHB) and other care providers in North Wales, and North West England.
• There will be opportunities to experience bilingual education in your learning.
• We have Experienced Researchers and Lecturers in Health/Social Care and Well Being.
• We offer conferences, seminars and workshops on key health and social care issues.
• We have commissioned places for some modules and courses particularly for BCUHB and WAST employees.

The programme will enable the individual to develop graduate, lifelong learning skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and the use of evidence based practice to enhance current professional and academic skills.Ê

This in turn will develop transferable skills which will enhance the employability of the registered professional overall.Ê Obtaining a degree-level qualification at Bangor University should enhance individual career prospects within the candidatesÕ own countries and relevant international organisations.