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Health Sciences (OU Certificate)

Open University in Scotland

Content

If you’re interested in the scientific and social aspects of disease and disability, this certificate is for you. It integrates biological, chemical and physical sciences with psychology, health statistics and social sciences to investigate the underlying causes and solutions in a range of conditions – from pain and addiction to lung disease and cancer.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification. However, this is an OU level 2 certificate. You should ensure that you have adequate study skills, such as gained from OU level 1 study or its equivalent, before you begin.

Computer and internet access required.

Progression Routes

As well as an understanding of some of the science that underpins health, you’ll develop skills in basic scientific literacy and numeracy, locating and interpreting scientific data, and using a computer to find and communicate information. The certificate also offers a sound foundation for progressing to an honours degree in a relevant area.

Start Date

October , February

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Distance and Flexible learning

Course Length

Flexible

Faculty

General

Department

Health and Social Care

SCQF Level

7

Career Area

Health and Medicine

Career Sectors

Alternative Medicine

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