Candidates are selected on the basis of their ability to cope with and benefit from the programme. Their suitability can be demonstrated either through previous educational achievement or through experience and aptitude.
Admission by prior qualification will normally require a minimum 32 UCAS Tariff points with the majority of the points gained in engineering, mathematics or science subjects. Typically, points can be derived from:
o One GCE A level or Vocational A level pass or equivalent o Two AS level passes o BTEC National Diploma/Certificate o Other qualifications such as Scottish Highers, Welsh Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificates, International Baccalaureate, with the required UCAS points o A pass in a recognised Access course o Equivalent Scottish or Irish qualifications
GCSE Maths and English grade C or above, or equivalent are required to support future career progression.
Admission by experience and aptitude will be based on the length and type of the candidate’s employment experience and his/her ability to demonstrate an aptitude and enthusiasm for the subject. As part of this process, candidates may be required to undertake aptitude tests and/or to provide personal and/or employment references.
Start date:
Sep 2026
Course Overview
This Foundation Degree is designed to build on your previous studies. You will continue to learn and deepen your theoretical knowledge about management in the healthcare sector and how you can adapt your behaviours to support your professional career in a managerial/senior position.
Course Overview
Year 1 • Healthcare management • Security and communication in healthcare • Introduction to healthcare budgeting • Illness and co-morbidities- health inequalities in the uk • Developing academic and professional practice • Research methods
Year 2 • Geography of health • Security and communication • Research report • Manging finances • Human resource management • Psychology
Additional Information
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How is the course delivered?
This Foundation Degree is designed to build on your previous studies. You will continue to learn and deepen your theoretical knowledge about management in the healthcare sector and how you can adapt your behaviours to support your professional career in a managerial/senior position.
How my learning will be assessed?
A series of written and practical work is assessed by your lecturers and will determine your overall grade.
Course Facilities
As an FDA in Professional Healthcare Management Student, you will study within our dedicated University Centre, featuring modern teaching rooms, IT suites, and collaborative learning spaces. The Learning Resource Centre provides access to journals, academic texts, and online databases to support your research and assignments.
You will also benefit from specialist counselling training rooms, designed to simulate professional practice through skills workshops and role-play scenarios. Alongside these, small-group tutorials, quiet study areas, and tailored academic and wellbeing support services ensure you have the resources and guidance to succeed throughout your studies.
