You should normally be in employment, as you must be able to continue working in an appropriate health or social care setting while undertaking the work-based learning component. However, there may also be several places available to applicants who are not currently in employment.
Typical entry requirements are:
3 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English Language and Maths, plus
Level 3 BTEC, NVQ or other appropriate vocational qualification in Health and Social Care
Evidence of employment (paid or voluntary) with a minimum of 16 hours per week in an appropriate setting
Evidence of Occupational Health Clearance and a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
Each application will be considered on an individual basis following the University's principle of widening access to those who might not have the traditional academic entry criteria to degree level awards.
Pre-Interview Assessment online, answering some values-based questions
Course interview – held in person at Queens Drive with Programme Lead or Module Lead.
Mature applicants without formal qualifications, but with evidence of sufficient, relevant industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Students who are non-native English speakers must be able to demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to the levels indicated below
IELTS Academic – An overall score of 6, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all 4 components
We require evidence of international qualifications at point of application. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to consider applicants that require a Student Visa to study in the UK.
You will be expected to supply your own stationery and you may want to purchase a textbook. Contributions may also be required for extra activities and visits you wish to take part in.
On successful completion of this course you may wish to progress to a Level 6 Honours Degree in Health and Social Care. Alternatively, you could take a further year of specialist study via our innovative Student Designed Award.
If you wish to apply for a Nursing degree, you may be considered for direct entry onto Year Two of the Oxford Brookes Nursing Programme. Other career options open to you include a team leader or assistant practitioner within your current (or a new) setting.
Students aged 19+ will usually be charged a tuition fee, unless they meet certain eligibility criteria for fee remission. For those paying, an Advanced Learner Loan may be available. For further advice on fees, waivers and loans, please contact enrolment@newcollege.ac.uk
If you have a question about this or any other adult and professional course, email parttimeadmissions@newcollege.ac.uk or call 01793 611470
