BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care
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- Level
- Course route
- Duration
- 3 years (Full-time)
- Tuition
- £9,250 / Year
Overview
What this route covers
The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care programme offers a comprehensive education in the health and social care sector. It combines academic theory with practical placement experience to prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities in this growing sector. Students will gain knowledge in health and social care policies, legal and ethical issues, health promotion, and compassionate care, alongside the development of transferable skills such as communication, leadership, and teamwork.
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Requirements, outcomes, and teaching
Entry Requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are:
- Minimum of two GCE A2-level passes (or equivalent), including any subjects, and five GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent), including English Language.
- If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band) or equivalent is required.
Work placements during Level HE5 may involve regulated activities with children and/or vulnerable adults, requiring an Enhanced Disclosure certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Course structure
Modules
- Legal and Ethical Issues20 credits
- Introduction to Social Policy20 credits
- Principles of Care20 credits
- Anatomy & Physiology for Health and Social Care20 credits
- Introduction to Research and Evidence-Based Practice20 credits
- Enhancing Communication and Academic Skills20 credits
Where it happens
Campus locations
Fitzrovia
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Holborn
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Kingsbury
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Southall
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Wembley
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Funding note
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees: £9,250 per year.
Financial support may be available through gov.uk/student-finance, including Tuition Fee Loans and Maintenance Loans for living expenses.
