Quick facts
| Qualification type | Level 2 Diploma |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Study times | You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:15 to 4:00. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction. |
| Entry requirements | 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including maths or English at grade 4 or above. |
| Campus | West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
| Work placements | Yes |
Is it for me?
This course will help you to develop the foundational knowledge and understanding of Health Science, providing a well-rounded and balanced approach to this varied and professional field.
Delivered in our state-of-the-art laboratories and Health Science specialist rooms, you'll cover core topics in Health Science such as nutrition, radiology, and human behaviour. Alongside these vital modules, you can also focus on developing your academic skills, including maths and English.
The course runs over three days a week and you will participate in a range of various engaging and relevant projects, and we will continually build and assess your knowledge and understanding of subjects in the Health Science sector.
The philosophy of this course is to allow you to build on your skills and confidence, helping you to achieve your goals and progress to a Level 3 qualification (including the new T Levels) or an apprenticeship.
What you'll learn
Assignments throughout this course vary but will include learning about various Core Science and Health Science subjects, such as Radiology, Nutrition, Human Behaviour and Earth Science.
Work experience placements
Work Placement/Work related experience projects are undertaken.
Assessment
You will be assessed by taking assignments, which will be assessed internally.
Further study
- Biomedical Science Extended Diploma Level 3
- Environmental Science Extended Diploma Level 3
- Forensic and Criminal Investigation Extended Diploma Level 3
- T Level in Health Nursing/Midwifery Pathway
- T Level in Health Therapeutic Pathway
- T Level in Healthcare Science
Example careers
- Pharmacy Technician
- Dietician
- Substance Abuse Counsellor
- Nutritionist
- Nurse Practitioner
- Occupational Therapist
- Public Health Nurse
- Paramedic
- Chiropractor
- Speech Pathologist
- Midwife
- Biostatistician
- Epidemiologist
- Dental Hygenist
- Microbiologist
- Radiologist
Days & times
Starting September 2024