About the course

Our BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Degree gives students the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and practical experience to support vulnerable people such as children, older children and adults with disabilities or mental health issues within the health, social care and mental health settings, while incorporating simulated learning within our designated hospital simulation, anatomage and counselling rooms. 

Throughout the two-year course you will undertake practice placement modules that will allow you to apply your skills and knowledge in the area of practice that interests you within the health and social care sector the health where you will develop an insight into the industry for your future career.

Entry Requirements

96 UCAS points. We accept a full range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels, BTECs and T levels. Subjects relevant to the study of health and social care are preferred. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. If you don't meet the entry requirements we do offer a foundation year which is 48 UCAS points. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.

Modules

The modules listed below may be a mixture of compulsory and optional. You may not have the opportunity to study all the modules shown as part of the course. • Enhancing Communication and Academic Skills • Introduction to Research and Evidence-Based Practice • Principles of Care • Legal and Ethical Issues • Anatomy & Physiology for Health and Social Care • Introduction to Social Policy • Employability Skills • Health Promotion - Challenges and Opportunities • Social Inclusion, Empowerment and Health • Work-based Experience • Person Centred Health and Social Care • Group Dynamics and Working in Teams • Research Proposal/Methods • Compassionate Health and Social Care • Dissertation/Research Project • Contemporary Mental Health • Safeguarding Children • Care of the Older Person • Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults • Working With Children and Families

Assessment

Health and Social Care tutors promote the transfer of learning between academic theory and work based learning. Teaching and learning methods are varied including individual study, lectures, group activities, speakers and on line learning. Work-based learning is integral to the course aims, enabling the evaluation of skills and knowledge in practice. Assessment methods are varied and include presentations, essays, workbooks, portfolio and reflective accounts and practical exams.

Careers & Progression

Further study is a popular option for health and social care graduates. For some career areas, such as social work, nursing, research and teaching, additional study is required to achieve professional recognition.