Health and Social Care

BA (Hons) & Foundation Year

This Health and Social Care degree with a foundation year offers a comprehensive introduction to the field, equipping students with the essential academic, practical, and interpersonal skills needed for careers across healthcare and support services. The course explores how health is shaped by social, environmental, and policy factors, helping students understand and engage with the complex challenges facing modern society. With a focus on empathy, critical thinking, and real-world application, this programme prepares you for meaningful roles in sectors such as mental health, public health, and community care, while also laying the groundwork for further study in fields like nursing or social work.

Key Facts

BA (Hons) or Foundation Year Entry Degrees

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Oldham, Birmingham, Bedford

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Course Overview

A Pathway to a Career in Health and Social Care

This Health and Social Care BA (Hons) with Foundation Year provides a comprehensive introduction to the sector, offering a strong academic and practical base for students who aim to work in healthcare and support services. The course develops your understanding of key social and policy influences on health, while nurturing empathy, critical thinking, and effective communication—core skills for a successful and impactful career.

Building Foundational Knowledge and Skills

The foundation year focuses on preparing students for degree-level learning, equipping them with the essential academic and personal development skills. As the course progresses, it introduces fundamental principles of sociology, social policy, and their influence on individual and public health. Students explore key issues such as how care is structured, delivered, and received across various populations and environments.

Practical Learning and Professional Development

Throughout the course, students apply theory to real-world situations, engaging with topics like mental health, domestic violence, and public health. Practical projects and assessments develop teamwork, digital literacy, and communication skills—all vital in modern healthcare roles. Collaboration with local service providers offers insight into real practice settings, deepening students’ understanding of the sector’s demands and dynamics.

Career Preparation and Future Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to step into diverse roles across healthcare and social support services or pursue further study in fields such as nursing, social work, or education. The course inspires students to become thoughtful professionals who are confident in their ability to positively influence society, while also examining global health trends, environmental impacts, and the broader determinants of health.

"This course helped me grow both personally and professionally, giving me the skills, confidence, and compassion to truly make a difference in people’s lives."

Course Modules

This module provides an essential introduction to the principles and practices within the health and social care sector. It explores the interaction between sociology, social policy, and health, while addressing how societies organise care for vulnerable populations. Students will examine real-world issues such as mental health, domestic violence, and environmental health, developing communication, teamwork, and digital skills essential for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on personal growth, empathy, and critical thinking, with opportunities to engage in discussions on national and global health challenges and policy debates.

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Foundation Year

Academic Skills for Health and Social Care - 30 credits

Working in the Health and Social Care Sector - 30 credits

Life Processes for Healthcare - 30 credits

Social Care Perspectives - 30 credits

Level 4

Contemporary Health and Wellbeing - 30 credits

Working in Health and Social Care - 30 credits

Modern Society - 30 credits

Healthy Environments - 30 credits

Level 5

An Introduction to Healthy Development - 30 credits

Working with the Vulnerable in Society - 30 credits

Mental Health and Social Policy - 30 credits

Research Methods - 30 credits

Level 6

Global Health - 30 credits

Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care - 30 credits

Tackling Disease - 30 credits

Research Project - 30 credits

Entry Routes

At Eddoo, we make higher education accessible to everyone. Whether you have qualifications or not, we’re here to help you start your university journey.

Option 1

Academic Route

Have qualifications? You can start directly at Level 4, skipping the Foundation Year, and dive straight into core modules. This route fast-tracks your journey, helping you build advanced knowledge and leadership skills.

Option 2

Non Academic Route

No qualifications? No problem. Start with our Foundation Year, designed to build your skills, confidence, and understanding of key business concepts. This route prepares you for success in the later stages of the degree and beyond.

Your Path Starts Here

Not sure which entry route is right for you? Start a WhatsApp conversation with Eddoo today for personalized support and guidance.

Funding Options

At Eddoo, we’re here to make the funding process easy for you. From tuition fees to maintenance loans, grants, and bursaries, we’ll guide you through the application process step by step, ensuring you have the support you need to fund your education.

You can use the Student Finance Calculator to see what you qualify for.

Who is Eligible for Funding?

Most UK-based students are eligible for government funding, including tuition fee loans, maintenance loans, grants, and bursaries. The main eligibility factor is your residency status. You may qualify if you are:

A UK national or Irish citizen.A person with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
A refugee or someone with humanitarian protection.
A migrant worker or a family member of one
A person with indefinite leave to remain.

How Much Funding Can I Get?

Everyone’s circumstances are different, and funding amounts depend on factors like household income, residency status, and living arrangements. As a guideline, a single person could receive up to £10,000 per year. Families may qualify for additional support through grants, such as an Adult Dependent Grant of £3,438 per year or Childcare Grants of up to £16,840.20 per year.