Skip to main content
UndergraduateDiploma of Higher EducationUCAS: HCP5

Healthcare Practice

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Swansea, Wales
Visit University Website
2 yearsDuration
£15,600Per Year (Intl)
£23,500Avg. Graduate Salary
98%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the DipHE Healthcare Practice at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. The Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Healthcare Practice is a course designed for those who want to pursue a career in healthcare. This programme studied at Swansea campus, provides a recognised qualification at level five, giving you the knowledge and skills needed for various healthcare roles. Our course focuses on delivering person-centred and compassionate care. International tuition fees are £15,600 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Health and Social Care in Context
Evidence-Based Healthcare Practice
Person-Centred Care and Communication
Biological Sciences for Healthcare
Psychology and Social Aspects of Health
Professional Development and Integrated Working
Applied Healthcare Skills and Practice
UCAS Code:HCP5
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points72

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,600

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£31,200

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£20,000£23,500£27,000
3 years£11,000£19,000£24,000
5 years£22,500£27,500£30,500

UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 17% below UK average salary
This course
£19,000
UK average
£23,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 20% above UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£23,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

54%Working
9%Studying
12%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
28%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
98%
Learning opportunities
98%
Assessment and feedback
91%
Academic support
95%
Organisation and management
82%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
85%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
12%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

4 Scholarships Available

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

Need-based

Constituent College Bursary

University of Wales Trinity Saint David · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Course Costs Bursary

University of Wales Trinity Saint David · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Ethnicity Equality Bursary

University of Wales Trinity Saint David · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Reaching Wider Bursary

University of Wales Trinity Saint David · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
University of Wales Trinity Saint David

About University of Wales Trinity Saint David

University of Wales Trinity Saint David offers Healthcare Practice as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

—QS World
#83UK Ranking
15,415+Students
121+Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses