Health and Social Care BA (Hons)
This Health and Social Care BA (Hons) course explores the core concepts of healthcare through theoretical and practical learning.
About The Program
This course aims to help you become a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and skilled individual ready to support the delivery of health and social care within the NHS, local authority services, private health provision or third sector services. It provides the opportunity for the development of the knowledge and skills required of healthcare support workers, community healthcare workers and those with roles in health and social care, and can offer a Continuing Professional Development opportunity for those in the sector.
What You'll Study
he course is designed to analyse the interaction between sociology, social policy, and health, preparing you to work in this dynamic and demanding sector by exploring health on both individual and societal levels. It also examines how society is organised, how we care for vulnerable populations, the challenges facing modern society, and the importance of caring for our environment.
Course Details
BA (Hons) Degree
Duration
Degree
4 Years - Full-Time Sandwich
3 Years - Full-Time Degree
2 Years - HND
1 Year - HNC
Degree with Foundation Year
5 Years - Full-Time Sandwich
4 Years - Full-Time Degree
3 Years - HND
2 Years – HNC
1 Year – Foundation Year
Start Dates:
2025
SEPTEMBER 2025
NOVEMBER 20525
2026
JANUARY 2026
MARCH 2026
MAY 2026
JUNE 2026
Careers and Opportunities
On successful completion of the course, you will have the knowledge and skills to be able to succeed in the health and social care sector. You will develop communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Through teaching and assessment, you will have developed a range of digital skills that are required for work and be able to demonstrate a range of competencies.
On successful completion you explore roles in a variety of health and social care settings, such as working with those experiencing mental health issues or domestic violence, tackling environmental health issues or in public health teams. You may wish to continue to further your studies at postgraduate level in areas such as nursing, social work or postgraduate teacher training.
Please note that further study opportunities are subject to competitive application, availability, meeting any applicable visa requirements and additional costs may apply.