BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care

BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care focuses on health and social care. It is designed to develop subject knowledge, academic skills and practical understanding that can support progression into employment or further study. Students may study areas such as Academic and Professional Skills, Health and Social Care Professionals, Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Safety in Practice, Lifespan Development and Safeguarding in Practice, alongside wider themes in care values, safeguarding, communication, health policy, wellbeing, public health, research skills and professional practice.

This Health and Social Care degree prepares you for a rewarding career in health, social care or community support services. Explore key topics including care practice, public health, policy and professional development.

Level: Undergraduate

Duration: 3 years, 4 years with Foundation

Study mode: Full-time

Entry requirements: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a related subject. All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. Non-Standard Entry (Mature 21+): We require an academic Level 3 qualification (Ofqual recognised) OR a Level 2 qualification in the desired field of study accompanied with work experience within this field in the last 5 years. Candidates in this category would be required to pass an academic interview.

Career outcomes: Career outcomes may include care coordinator, health and social care support worker, community support officer, family support roles, safeguarding support, voluntary-sector roles or further study in health and social care. Actual career routes depend on the student’s experience, qualifications, location, chosen provider route and any professional requirements in the sector.