BSc Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology),
About this course
BSc in Respiratory and Sleep Physiology, covering the anatomy and function of the respiratory system. The course addresses diagnostic and therapeutic methods for respiratory disease and sleep-related breathing disorders. It integrates academic study with practical clinical and technological training across specialised healthcare settings.
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What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 65%
- Academic support: 70%
- Organisation and management: 66%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 30%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Health associate professionals: 55%
- Other Health Professionals: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 10%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 55%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
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.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £37,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £48,500. The £37,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Anatomy, physiology and pathology.
What do graduates of BSc Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University?
83% 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 (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University?
The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Is BSc Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University 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 (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology), at Swansea University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.