+ Foundation Programme
The Foundation Year programme aims to deliver a relevant and comprehensive education providing you with a grounding in theory and a great deal of emphasis on the practical side of teaching. If you successfully complete the foundation year with the required grades you can then progress on to your degree in Health and Social Science.
Foundation Modules:
- Ways of Learning about the Social World
- Preparing for Success, Knowledge and Creativity
- Preparing for Success, Self-development and Responsibility
- Inquiry Based Learning
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+ Entry Requirements
The university considers a wide range of qualifications for entry. A typical offer would be 80 UCAS tariff points from:
- A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent)
- International Baccalaureate
- BTEC National Diploma
- Diplomas and Access courses
For more information please check UCAS tariff table below.
*If you do not meet the minimum requirements for three-year undergraduate programme or don't feel fully prepared for a degree course, you can apply for a four-year programme including a Foundation with Year in Health and Social Science.
English Language Requirements:
Any student who has studied in a non-majority English speaking country will typically need to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent).
+ Admissions Process
The College will ensure that entry requirement are applied in accordance with institutional policy and that the admissions process will take the following format.
Step 1: Apply
- All applicants must first create an online portal account with David Game Higher Education and complete the application form.
Step 2: Upload Documents
All applicants must upload the following documents on the portal:
- Examination transcripts (English translation where necessary), or notarised copies and English Language examination transcripts (where applicable)Your
- CV
- One written reference from an employer or place of study
- A copy of your passport
- A 400-500 word personal statement outlining the reasons for applying to your chosen programme, how you feel you will benefit from the programme of study, what contributions you will make to the College and how this will help your future career aspirations
- Photo (Passport style picture)
Note: If you are not able to submit the documents online you can bring them into the college and a staff member can do it on your behalf.
Step 3: Arrange an Interview
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Applicants will be subject to a personal interview where possible either by a member of the admissions team or approved agency (where this is not possible acceptance will be based on the information contained in the application form and any supporting documents)
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Arrange an appointment to visit DGHE to present certain original documents and attend an interview. You can do this via email admissions@dghe.ac.uk or via telephone 02032200347
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Applications can also be submitted in person at our DGHE campus. Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.
Note: All applicants must present original examination transcripts on the interview day.
Step 4: Apply through UCAS
Applications to our full-time undergraduate courses must be made through UCAS. If you haven’t started a UCAS application yet, you can apply directly here.
Step 5: Accepting your Offer
- Selection will be considered in the light of previous qualifications, past experience, and future aspirations
- If you are successful in the interview, you will receive a formal 'conditional offer' issued by the college.
- In order to receive your 'unconditional offer' from Bucks New University, you must satisfy any outstanding conditions.
Note: The university acceptance process could take up to 3 weeks so we will appreciate your patience.
+ Course Specification
UCAS course Information
Course code: DGHS - 3 years
Course code: DGHF - 4 years (with foundation year)
Institution code: B94
Campus Name: David Game College
Campus code: E
Course Duration: 3 years or 4 years (with foundation year)
Course Delivery: 2 days per week *
*In addition to the 2 days of timetabled classes learners are required to attend a personal tutor meeting twice per semester.
Course Fees: £9250 (Loans available from Student Loan Company)
Course Start Date: October 2021
Awarding Body: Buckinghamshire New University
Students on this course may be fully funded by the Student Loan Company. This facility is only available to UK and other European Union students. For more information, please contact the admissions team at info@dghe.ac.uk or T: 0203 220 0347
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