Work-Based Learning
Credit bearing module
Key facts
Course code
HESC7017, HESC7018, HESC6013, HESC6014
Start dates
January 2023 / June 2023 / September 2023
Application deadline
1 August (for a September start), 1 December (for a January start), 1 May (for a June start)
Academic level
7, 6
Academic credits
15, 20, 40, 30
Overview
These work-based learning modules will enable you to gain recognition and academic credit for learning gained through professional practice or employment.
You'll develop a work-based learning agreement which specifies the learning outcomes to be achieved, the learning activities, resources required, and the evidence of achievement which will be assessed.
The agreement is negotiated between you, your manager or workplace, and a tutor from the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Learning support is provided by a tutor and work-based facilitator.
You will be assessed 100% through coursework. Modules will take approximately 10 hours of study per credit.
How to apply
Entry requirements
You must normally be from a healthcare background and have support from a manager to undertake this module of study.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
English language requirements
In addition to the academic entry qualifications, if your first language is not English you must demonstrate that your level of English is appropriate for study at postgraduate level. An IELTS overall score of 6.0 for level 6 study and 6.5 for level 7 study is required for this course.
Application process
Apply through our Moodle Portal.
If you wish to take this as a standalone module then you can apply to be a postgraduate associate student using our online application portal. You will need to register for the portal prior to proceeding with an application.
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year your fees will increase each year.
How and when to pay
Tuition fee instalments for the semester are due by the Monday of week 1 of each semester. Students are not liable for full fees for that semester if they leave before week 4. If the leaving date is after week 4, full fees for the semester are payable.
- For information on payment methods please see our Make a Payment page.
- For information about refunds please visit our Refund policy page
Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course are detailed below.
Programme changes:
On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been
published on the website. For more information, please visit our
changes to programmes page.
Careers and professional development
Teaching, learning and assessment strategies include development of core postgraduate attributes. This encourages development of critical self-awareness and personal literacy, digital and information literacy and active citizenship within the context of both academic and research literacy.
Students who have completed similar vocational health and life sciences postgraduate certificate courses have been employed within their speciality both locally and nationally. This course enables you as a practitioner to work through the Agenda for Change grading bands to further your career progression.