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BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year

Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the health and social care sector. You will learn about the various aspects of health and social care, including policy, practice, and research. The foundation year provides a supportive environment for students who may not have the traditional qualifications or experience needed for direct entry into the degree programmes. This course is ideal for those who want to pursue a career in health and social care but need additional support and guidance.

Additional Information

Students on this course will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including simulated learning environments and research resources. The course is delivered by experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of the health and social care sector. Graduates of this course are well-prepared for careers in a range of settings, including hospitals, community healthcare services, and social care organizations.

Unlock Your Potential at Anglia Ruskin University - Leading Provider of Health and Social Care Education

Anglia Ruskin University is one of the top providers of health and social care education in the UK. Our courses are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field. With a strong focus on practical application and real-world experience, our graduates are highly sought after by employers.

Why You Should Study This Course

The healthcare industry plays a crucial role in supporting the economy by maintaining the physical and mental health of the wider workforce. And it's growing: it's anticipated that around two million people will need to be trained and recruited before 2022. Todays health and social care organizations are exciting, complex, and varied, therefore, successful practitioners require innovation and resilience. Our course will offer you opportunities to use real-life case studies which draw on skills such as prioritization, negotiation, and care planning. Employers from the health and social care sector have been directly involved in the design and development of this course. Together, we explore the skill sets that employers are most interested in, and constantly ensure they are embedded within the course. Our lecturers also bring significant industry experience to their roles.

General Eligibility

  • 96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A-Levels (or equivalent).

  • 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules

  • Research Skills 1

  • Professional Communications

  • Data Skills

  • Personal Development in Professional Settings

  • Research Skills 2

  • Global Debates

  • The Pitch Project

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Healthcare Environment

  • Academic and Professional Skills

  • The Healthcare Professional

  • Health and Safety in Care Settings

3 Year 3

Core modules

  • Lifecycle Development

  • Safeguarding in Practice

  • Significant Life Events and Coping

  • Promoting Health and Wellbeing

  • Sustainability in Career Development

4 Year 4

Core modules

  • Contemporary Themes in Healthcare Policy and Practice

  • Comparative Healthcare Systems

  • Leadership and Change Management

  • Undergraduate Major Project (Integrated Case Study)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants to Joint Honours is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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