Courses-Bachelor-Health and Care

Health and Social Care

BSc Hons

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Course overview

In today's society, health and social care are vital. By studying the BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care, you will learn skills that will enable you to make a difference in the daily lives of vulnerable people. You will be able to build and improve your knowledge and understanding in a wide range of professional practice areas within health and social care, such as mental health, physical disabilities and learning disabilities, safeguarding, and end-of-life care. This unique health and social care degree takes a worldwide view of current and developing health and social care concerns and methods. Wellbeing is a recurring concept across the health and social care practice curriculum, encouraging practitioners, patients, and communities to be resilient. The health and social care degree places a heavy emphasis on innovative technologies and methodologies, as well as a holistic and cross-cultural perspective that is supported by research. The course emphasises a diversity of voices, recognizing and responding to inequalities, and including a cross-cultural and global perspective of care, so you'll be prepared to practise in a variety of settings and geographies and understand the needs and challenges of different communities and individuals from any background. If you want to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, our Health and Social Care degree, which promotes a holistic and modern approach to meeting individuals' health, care, and support requirements, could be the one for you. This degree will provide you with a solid foundation for working in a variety of statutory, voluntary, and independent settings, such as local authority teams, health promotion projects, refugee and asylum service hospitals, sheltered housing, hospices and day centres, and residential care units. Students enrolled in this program will be working in a health or social care setting and will thus have the opportunity to immediately apply skills learned in the course, and the majority of course assessments will require explicit evidence of knowledge and understanding transfer into the workplace. Because this degree is applied, you will graduate with the knowledge, abilities, and experience required for professional practice and that employers in this developing area are looking for. This BSc course prepares students for a variety of careers in the Health and Social Care industries. It is intended to provide students with the opportunity to seek and apply knowledge and understanding of health and social care through a systematic approach to evidence-based practice. Throughout this course, applied research is incorporated, supported by objective observation and critical analysis. This program will help you create a career in the health and social care sector even if you lack the academic prerequisites to enrol in a conventional undergraduate degree course. It is designed to provide you with the skills you need to proceed to degree-level studies. The foundation year is ideal if you need a little additional help getting started on your path to higher education, as it provides study skills and coaching at every stage.
Why to study this course?
Full support by Atlantic London from start until graduation.
86% of students were satisfied overall with their course.
84% of students agreed staff were good at explaining things.
80% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.
What our students say..."I chose to study with Atlantic because the staff members were really supportive and nice. The course also fitted around my job. With their help, I've finally learned to cope and understand my learning pattern, what I'm looking for in a course and what my future aspirations are."Lidia Pavlov Health and Social Care student

About institution

Boasting over 25 years of educational excellence, Regent College London takes a personalized approach to education, ensuring every student receives the attention they need to excel. With flexible courses that focus on real-world applications, it's a place where your academic goals are nurtured and your unique strengths are recognized, regardless of the particularities of your own personal background.

Modules

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
  • Legal and Ethical Issues 
  • Introduction to Social Policy 
  • Principles of Care 
  • Anatomy & Physiology for Health and Social Care 
  • Introduction to Research and Evidence-Based Practice
  • Enhancing Communication and Academic Skills 
  • Group Dynamics and Working in Teams 
  • Work-based Experience 
  • Health Promotion – Challenges and Opportunities 
  • Social Inclusion, Empowerment and Health 
  • Employability Skills 
  • Person Centred Health and Social Care 
  • Research Proposal/Methods 
  • Compassionate Health and Social Care 
  • Dissertation/Research Project 
  • Contemporary Mental Health 

Assessments

Assessment methods are balanced, diversified, and inclusive, ensuring that you can expect a variety of examinations to ensure full undergraduate preparation. We'll maintain track of your progress during your education by doing the following:
  • Essays
  • Reflective assignments
  • Written reports
  • Oral reports 
  • Case studies 
  • Projects

Entry requirements

Fees & funding

Course fee per year: £9,250 The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses. If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying. The maintenance loan depends on each individual's circumstances.
Fees breakdown:
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Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.
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Bachelor degree
Southall
Southall
Blended
Start dates:
January, April, June, September
Regent College
3 years
Full time
Day
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£9,250/year

Study & Career progression

A health and social care degree examines health in its broad context and studies current health challenges. Graduates can utilise this qualification to advance their careers in a variety of fields. Relevant experience and/or postgraduate training may be required for some of these positions. They are as follows:

  • Probation work
  • Substance misuse
  • Victim Support
  • Youth work
  • Social housing
  • Learning support
  • Counselling
  • Mental health
  • Occupational therapy
  • Community education
  • Teaching and training
  • Journalism
  • Dietitian

At the same time, you could also continue your studies, specialising in an area of interest or exploring something new. See our postgraduate courses.

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