Capital University

What you'll study

This programme combines core biomedical science with applied clinical skills and professional practice. Early modules build a foundation in human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology. Intermediate and advanced modules cover clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning, basic diagnostic imaging principles, therapeutic interventions (including rehabilitation approaches, manual and exercise-based therapies), pharmacology for allied health, and communication and counselling skills for patients and families.

• Core biomedical modules: anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and microbiology.
• Clinical and diagnostic modules: clinical assessment techniques, introduction to diagnostic imaging, clinical laboratory principles, and patient safety.
• Therapeutic and rehabilitation modules: therapeutic exercise, assistive technologies, neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation principles, and intervention planning.
• Professional practice: ethics and law in healthcare, interprofessional working, healthcare systems, record keeping and communication skills.
• Research and evidence-based practice: research methods, statistics for health professionals, critical appraisal and a project or dissertation.
• Practical experience: supervised clinical placements in partner hospitals, community clinics and allied health settings, plus simulated-practice laboratories and skills workshops.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary school leaving qualification with evidence of achievement in science and numeracy. Typical offers require successful completion of biology, chemistry or a related science subject and mathematics or equivalent. Admissions tutors also look for evidence of practical or voluntary experience in a health or care setting and for interpersonal and communication skills.

Mature applicants with relevant work experience are welcome and are assessed on their suitability for undergraduate study. All applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved qualification or test to ensure they can meet the programme’s clinical communication requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of entry-level and assistant roles across the allied health sector, including positions as rehabilitation assistants, diagnostic support staff, therapy aides, community care practitioners and clinical support workers in hospitals and community health services. Many graduates progress to specialised professional training programmes (for example in physiotherapy, radiography, occupational therapy or speech and language therapy) through further study or accredited conversion pathways.

Other career pathways include roles in health promotion, clinical coordination, healthcare administration, medical sales and research support. The programme’s emphasis on clinical placements and employer links helps graduates build professional networks and transition into the workforce or postgraduate training.

Why study at Capital University

Capital University offers an applied, student-centred curriculum delivered by staff with clinical and academic experience. You will train in dedicated simulation and skills laboratories and benefit from clinical placements organised through established partnerships with local hospitals, community clinics and health organisations.

Students receive academic and career support, including placement preparation, portfolio development and employer-facing opportunities. The programme emphasises interprofessional learning, preparing graduates to work collaboratively across diagnostic and therapeutic teams and to adapt to evolving healthcare settings.