Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) BSc

University of Leeds

United Kingdom, Leeds

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University of Leeds

United Kingdom , Leeds

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

B810

Campuses

On campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 36 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 32,750 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) BSc

About

Course overview

Cardiac physiologists work in a fast-paced, stimulating environment, combining patient care, diagnostics and problem-solving to provide excellent person-centred care and support. The profession is fast moving and continually evolving, providing essential services to the modern healthcare system.

Our BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) course focuses primarily on the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of heart disease. Throughout the programme you will develop the required skills to become a practising cardiac physiologist, eligible for professional registration through an integrated approach of academic, simulated and workplace learning. As a cardiac physiologist you will use a range of procedures to support the diagnosis and treatment pathway of patients with cardiac disease.

You will benefit from our well-established network of high-quality placements, where you will receive clinical training from experienced cardiac professionals. Our students often describe their placements as the highlight of the programme as they are able to put theory into practice. Work based learning helps students to develop their employability, and the degree programme has an excellent employability record. We have over 20 years’ experience of providing cardiac physiology training and you will be taught by experienced practising healthcare professionals. Being part of the School of Medicine links our academic expertise with world-leading research.

On successful completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply for registration with the Academy of Healthcare Science as a Practitioner.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB including a science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics). Other science based subjects will be considered.

We consider all A-level subjects for the remaining grades, except general studies or critical thinking.

EPQs are not considered within our scoring.

GCSE: A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade C or above (or 4 or above) required in Maths, English Language, and Science. The School of Medicine recognises that some applicants may have studied a more flexible curriculum, where they have been able to progress through their educational development at an appropriate rate according to their ability. Where a Level 2 (for example, GCSE) or Level 3 (for example, A Level) qualification has been taken ‘early’ the academic reference should include the reasons for this so that it can be taken into consideration by the admissions team. Please note that we normally expect double-science GCSE. Candidates with only one science GCSE will only be shortlisted if admissions tutors are satisfied the academic profile meets the minimum entry criteria.

Other course specific tests:

Age

Please note that applicants must be 18 years of age or over by the first day of the programme.

Evidence of Study

Applicants will need to show evidence of study in the last 5 years.

DBS Checks

As part of the student offer for our clinical programmes, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate is required for students to undertake clinical placements as part of their studies within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. The certification process is undertaken on entry to the programme and repeated once every three years whilst they are still undertaking the same programme of study.

The Enhanced DBS certificate can only include background checks for time in the UK. Students who have been resident outside the UK will require a criminal record check from each relevant country

The University of Leeds is obliged to refuse admission to applicants for certain courses, which are regulated by national or statutory bodies, where an Enhanced DBS certificate or International Criminality check reveals prior criminal behaviour giving rise to concern for the protection of the public. Clinical placements cannot be attended by those who fail to comply with the clearance processes.

Occupational Health Clearance

All students will complete a pre-registration screening questionnaire which allows our occupational health team at the University to support you to meet your true potential on the programme despite any pre-existing health concerns you may have. It is important that you notify us even if your symptoms are currently under control as we can ensure that you continue to be supported even if you are moving from different areas of the country.

The process also allows our occupational health team to check your immunity requirements so we can ensure that both patients and you are protected and kept safe. This will involve understanding your immunisation record to date.

Further details can be found on https://medicinehealth.leeds.ac.uk/medicine-undergraduate/doc/occupational-health-requirements-students-applicants-faculty-medicine-health

HEOPS offers guidance on occupational health resources and health surveillance.

International Baccalaureate

34 points overall, including 3 higher level subjects at minimum of grade 5, one of which must be a science subject

English Program Requirements

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Career

Career opportunities

Cardiac disease is a leading cause of death in the Western world. In the UK the demand for cardiac physiologists is high – there's never been a greater time to shape your future as a registered cardiac physiologist!

The NHS employs the majority of cardiac physiologists. Some cardiac physiologists work in the private sector and in GP surgeries. Opportunities arise for cardiac physiologists to work in industry as application specialists, and to support clients in using equipment.

Cardiac physiologists work mainly independently, making clinical decisions and providing clinical reports. As well as conducting diagnostic assessments and providing treatment, the role of a cardiac physiologist may also cover that of a consultant; a counsellor; an advisor; an educator; a facilitator; a researcher and a therapist.