Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health Sciences (Physiological Measurements)

Institute: Institute of Applied Sciences

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: AS6-W03-23
MQF Level: Level 6
Credits: 180 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Internship
Duration: 3 Years

Course Description

This degree programme is intended for learners who wish to pursue studies which will provide them with the appropriate competences for the measurement and imaging of the human body’s physiological activity. Scientists qualified in this field team up with various other health professionals and provide the diagnostic information which is vital to the medical profession in the treatment of several medical conditions. This three-year programme will provide the learner with the knowledge, clinical training and skills necessary to gain the professional qualifications required to work as a healthcare science practitioner in the area of clinical physiology.

Career Prospects

Health Practitioner (Physiological Measurements)

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
MCAST Advanced Diploma for Pharmacy Technician
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma for Dental Surgery Assistants

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes
Compulsory A-Level: Biology

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

Applicants will be subject to an Occupational Health Screening to establish their suitability for the Placement which is a mandatory part of this programme. Once course would have started, failure to present a successful health screening (as per an established and set Protocol) , will result in not being in a position to start the work placements. This will eventually preclude the student from a successful completion of course. Prior to embarking on Work Placement, student must also provide evidence of a clean police conduct certificate.

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Updated: 2025-06-16