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By studying health sciences at the OU you’ll gain a broad scientific understanding of the function of the human mind and body and the causes of some of the human diseases and disabilities affecting populations across the globe. Diagnosis, prevention and treatment of a range of conditions, and their impact on people’s lives, is explored using a multidisciplinary approach combining human physiology and anatomy, cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, physics and psychology. You can choose from courses that address a range of health topics including acute and chronic conditions, genetic and nutritional disorders, mental health and infectious diseases.
You will acquire a range of transferable skills and develop your ability to understand health and disease from a multidisciplinary, evidence-based perspective.
Whether you’re just starting out in your career or looking for new challenges in your current role, our qualifications in Health Sciences can help you build a career in a range of health and healthcare-related professions and laboratory-based occupations.
Degrees
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Health Sciences
A broad degree exploring a variety of topics including human biology; long term conditions; infectious disease; cellular and analytical biology; neurobiology; cognitive psychology; and mental health. -
Natural Sciences
Study a broad range of science subjects or specialise in astronomy, planetary science, biology, health sciences, chemistry, analytical science, environmental science, Earth sciences, or physics. -
Open degree
The BA/BSc Open Degree is a qualification that gives you a huge choice in terms of subjects and modules that you study to make up your degree.
Foundation Degrees
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Operating Department Practice
Develop the knowledge, skills and competencies which underpin practice in operating departments and perioperative care situations. You must be supported by your employer for the work-based modules. -
Paramedic Sciences
Develop the knowledge, skills and competencies which underpin paramedic practice in emergency care settings. You must be supported by your employer for the work-based modules.
Diplomas of Higher Education
Diplomas
Certificates of Higher Education
Certificates
Courses in Health Sciences
See the list of all our individual courses in Health Sciences.
Postgraduate options
If you already have a degree, you may want to see postgraduate courses and qualifications in Science.
Subjects at the OU
Undergraduate subjects
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