Level 5 DipHE Complementary Healthcare and Wellbeing (Full-Time)

UCAS Institution Code: L42       UCAS Course Code: B300

Applications for this course are processed through UCAS. To apply for this course please make a note of the Institution Code and UCAS Course code above and click on the Apply Online at UCAS button above

Year 1

• Principles and Practices of Complementary Therapies

• Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology

• Clinical practice

• Interpersonal Skills and Professional Ethics

• Integrated Healthcare and Wellbeing Development

• Fundamental Research and Study Skills

Year 2

• Business and Marketing

• Advanced Clinical Practice

• Complementary therapies in specialist settings

• Research Project

• Nutrition as Therapy

A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points from:

• GCE A and AS Levels with at least one subject at A Level 

• BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject (for example Beauty Therapy, Health and Social Care)

• Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher

Plus

• GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above

• GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above

• Level 3 Massage desirable – this can be completed alongside the course to allow for advanced massage techniques completion of the qualification

*For mature applicants, some experience may be taken in lieu of A Levels/BTECs

EU and International Applicants

• ENIC confirmed equivalent of 48 UCAS points

• IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa

The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include:

•  Essays

• Written exams

• Practical formative and summative assessment

• There may also be a requirement to collate a clinical portfolio made up of reflective practice, case study reports and formative assessment feedback that will support professional progression, ensuring that students cover a wide range of client objectives, types, and techniques

Progression:

Graduates may progress into employment within a healthcare setting or continue their studies at postgraduate level.

Per Academic Year

• Home Students - £8,500

• International Students - £9,500

Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student’s continuous enrolment.
 

Additional Course Costs

• Uniform: approximately £25 each

• Kit: approximately £150

• Towel: approximately £5

Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.

Additional compulsory course costs can be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The scheme allows students to access the bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 for full-time or £250 part-time students) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.

Lincoln College is approved by The Open University as an appropriate organisation to offer higher education programmes leading to Open University (OU) validated awards. DipHE Complementary Healthcare and Wellbeing is validated by The Open University. The validating institution is responsible for awarding the qualification at the end of the programme. Students on validated courses are OfS registered, funded and taught at Lincoln College and it is the responsibility of the College to manage all aspects of this provision. The validating institution maintains an oversight of the programme throughout the academic year and must be satisfied that students are being taught in line with the required academic standards of the awarding institution. For full details and information on the responsibilities and conditions of study of both Lincoln College and the validating partners please see the Policies section. Lincoln College has designed this programme and has full responsibility for its delivery and assessment. Students who complete the programme successfully will receive an OU validated award certificate. The Open University assures itself of the standard and quality of its validated programmes through: the validation and re-validation process, the scrutiny of Lincoln College's own quality assurance procedures and the appointment of External Examiners to every OU validated programme. Although students are studying for an OU-validated award, a student's primary relationship is with Lincoln College and they must follow Lincoln College guidelines and procedures at all times. Any queries, requests or complaints should be made to Lincoln College. Lincoln College are responsible for registering students and will provide students with an induction at the commencement of their programme, which will include advice and guidance on all matters relating to their student life including: academic, financial and personal. For full details of the responsibilities of both Lincoln College and the OU please see The Student’s Guide to Studying on a Programme Validated by The Open University. View the Lincoln College Higher Education Student Handbook. View the OU Regulations.