Health and Social Care

BA (Hons) & Foundation Year

This Health and Social Care degree with a foundation year provides a strong foundation in health and social care, equipping you with essential academic skills and sector-specific knowledge. Designed to support your success, it offers an engaging and inclusive learning environment with personalised teaching, small group sessions, and interactive activities. With tailored assessment support, extensive student services, and a focus on wellbeing, this course prepares you for further study and a meaningful career in the health and social care sector.

Key Facts

BA (Hons) or Foundation Year Entry Degrees

Weekdays, Weekend, Evening

Manchester, Derby, Sunderland

January, September

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Course Overview

Supportive and Inclusive Learning Environment

This course is built around a warm, student-centred approach to learning, ensuring you feel supported and confident every step of the way. With a focus on interactivity, personal attention, and wellbeing, the programme creates an environment where you can thrive academically and personally.

Engaging Teaching Methods

Classes are structured to encourage participation and interaction, with large groups divided into smaller ones for more focused contact. A mix of activities, quizzes, and formative assessments keeps your learning on track and aligned with assessment goals, while regular feedback and close lecturer support enhance your progress.

Targeted Academic Support

You’ll benefit from dedicated module tutorials, workshops, and assignment support designed to help you build academic confidence. Study skills sessions, peer-led groups, and flexible assessment options cater to different learning styles and needs, all supported by extensive learning resources and accessibility services.

Comprehensive Student Wellbeing

Beyond academics, the course offers a wide range of services to support your overall wellbeing—from mental health support and counselling to financial aid and one-to-one advice. Self-care tools and a responsive, friendly teaching team help ensure you feel empowered and well-supported throughout your learning journey.

"Studying Health and Social Care with a foundation year gave me the confidence, skills, and support I needed to grow personally and professionally—and truly feel ready to make a difference."

Course Modules

This module supports your transition into higher education by building essential academic skills and providing a strong foundation in health and social care. Through interactive learning, tailored assessment support, and access to wellbeing resources, you'll develop the confidence, study habits, and sector knowledge needed to succeed both academically and personally.

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Foundation Year

Empowerment in Social Care (Credits: 20)

Interprofessional Learning (Credits: 20)

Preparing for Undergraduate Study (Credits: 40)

Social Care Context and Delivery (Credits: 20)

Valuing the Self and Others (Credits: 20)

Level 4

Academic, Personal & Professional Development 11 - Skills for Practice (Credits: 20)

Health, Society & Culture (Credits: 20)

Introduction to Health and Wellbeing (Credits: 20)

Introduction to Research Skills (Credits: 20)

Introduction to Social Care and the Mixed Economy of Welfare (Credits: 20)

Social Care Values, Equality and Diversity (credits: 20)

Level 5

Developing Research Skills (Credits: 20)

Mental Health and Wellbeing (Credits: 20)

Partnership and Collaborative Working in Health (Credits: 20)

Social Care Interventions: Working with Adults (Credits: 20)

Sustainable Healthy Communities (Credits: 20)

Working with Children and Families (Part 1) (Credits: 20)

Level 6

Appraising Health Policy and Practice (credits: 20)

Independent Research and Practice (credits: 20)

Law and Ethics in Health (credits: 20)

Leadership and Management in Health (credits: 20)

Technology and Innovation in Social Care Practice (credits: 20)

Working with Youth and Families (part 2) (credits: 20)

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.