BA (Hons) Health and Social Care

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the health and social care sector. Students will learn about the various aspects of health and social care, including policy and practice, and how they impact on individuals and communities. The course will cover topics such as health promotion, disease prevention, mental health, disability, and long-term conditions. Students will also gain an understanding of the role of the multi-disciplinary team in delivering high-quality care and the importance of interprofessional working. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to think critically about health and social care issues and develop solutions to real-world problems.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in health and social care. It is suitable for those who have completed a foundation degree or equivalent in a related field, and for those who are looking to transition into the field from other industries. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical placements, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience.

Leadership in Health and Social Care: Bangor University's Expertise and Global Reach

Bangor University is a world-renowned institution for health and social care research and teaching. The university has a strong reputation for excellence in this field, and the course is taught by experts in their respective fields. The university's location in North Wales provides students with access to a range of healthcare settings and populations, providing valuable learning experiences. Additionally, the university's partnership with Oxford International Group offers students the opportunity to study with students from around the world, enriching their educational experience.

The course emphasizes the social experiences of health and care and the management of services and how this provision is influenced by society, the economy, and political and ethical factors. You’ll develop a detailed understanding of key contemporary issues shaping our health and our society and therefore the well-being of individuals and their communities. This course is perfect for anyone with an interest in playing a proactive role in improving the care given to vulnerable members of society.

The BA (Hons) Health and Social Care degree will provide you with an in-depth understanding of health and social care theory and practice, and help you to gain the skills necessary to improve the lives of those who rely on the health and social care system. Health and social care continue to be a growing sector and as people live longer and the ways people interact with services evolve new exciting opportunities exist to make a real difference in people’s lives.

In line with today’s fast-changing care sector, the emphasis during this course will be on the social experiences of health and care and the practical delivery and management of services. You’ll learn how the provision and delivery of these services are influenced by technology, society, and the economy as well as by political and ethical factors across a variety of different health and social care systems giving you a global perspective. You’ll also develop the critical and analytical skills that underpin evidence-based practice, preparing you for a fulfilling career in the sector, either in the UK or elsewhere.

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

UCAS Code - L510

The 20 hours is total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing added together.