Health Studies

Course summary

This T Level is suitable for anyone wanting a career in health or science. The T Level is a 2 year programme and will include a 9 week (minimum) industry placement and a Technical Qualification, where you will also choose a specialist subject. You will develop a general understanding of health and science, including: working within the health and science sector health, safety and environmental regulations managing information and data principles of good scientific and clinical practice core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology You will also develop the knowledge and skills specific to healthcare science: Understanding the healthcare science sector Further knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders, genomics and medical physics Providing person-centred care Infection prevention and control Good scientific practice In addition to the core content, you will choose one of the following as a specialist subject: Assisting with healthcare science Optical care services (from September 2022)