BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Science (Vascular Science), a healthcare science degree focused on vascular assessment, diagnostic technologies, and patient care in clinical environments. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes a final-year independent research project dissertation. The first year introduces human body systems, disease biology, and introductory assessment techniques through modules such as Human Structure, Function, and Scientific Practice, Biology of Health and Disease in Society, Abdominal Aortic Assessment, and Peripheral Arterial Disease Assessment. The second year builds competence in diagnostic methods through Developing Ultrasound Technology, Lower Limb Venous Assessment, Peripheral Aneurysm Assessment, and Scientific Research and Evaluation Practice. The final year extends specialist knowledge with modules including Alternative Imaging Modalities, Advanced Vascular Science Investigations, and Advanced Ultrasound Technology alongside clinical and professional practice progression.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements Typical Offers 112 UCAS tariff points, BBC at A levels with one subject preferably in a science, DMM at BTEC to include 6 units in a Science or Social Science subject, or a Pass (C or above) in your T-Level in a science or health-related subject. Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare. Additional requirements English Language and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required. Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance You must declare at the point of application and interview any criminal convictions (spent and otherwise), as this will determine your eligibility to progress through the application process. Once you have been offered and accepted a place on your programme, you will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (adult and child workforce) and send a copy of the DBS certificate to our admissions team. If you have any criminal convictions, a risk assessment will be undertaken to determine your suitability for the programme and profession. All successful applicants MUST complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and this is at the applicant’s expense. Applicants MUST sign up to the DBS Update Service within 30 days in receiving their certificate International applicants require equivalent overseas checks In addition, you must declare any criminal cautions or convictions during your programme (at the point they occur) to your course leader, as this may affect your ability to continue with or complete your prog
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 73%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 23 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 65%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 25%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the NSHCS (National School of Health Care Science), on behalf of Health education England, for the purpose of eligibility for registration as a Health-care Science Practitioner on the AHCS (Academy for Healthcare and Science) voluntary accredited register.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Clinical and Professional Practice 1
- Human Structure, Function, and Scientific Practice
- Biology of Health and Disease in Society
- Abdominal Aortic Assessment
- Peripheral Arterial Disease Assessment
- Clinical and Professional Practice 2
- Scientific Research and Evaluation Practice
- Developing Ultrasound Technology
- Lower Limb Venous Assessment
- Peripheral Aneurysm Assessment
- Independent Research Project - Dissertation
- Alternative Imaging Modalities
- Clinical and Professional Practice 3
- Advanced Vascular Science Investigations
- Advanced Ultrasound Technology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £30,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is the same as the UK median for Healthcare science.
What do graduates of BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 135 UCAS points.
Is BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the NSHCS (National School of Health Care Science), on behalf of Health education England, for the purpose of eligibility for registration as a Health-care Science Practitioner on the AHCS (Academy for Healthcare and Science) voluntary accredited register.
How many students continue on BSc Healthcare Science (Vascular Science) at University of Gloucestershire?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.