The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Management programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to manage health and social care organisations effectively. Developed in alignment with the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) and QAA benchmarks, the programme integrates theoretical understanding with practical application.
The curriculum addresses organisational structures, external environments, and management practices, with additional guidance from professional bodies such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Institute of Healthcare Management. Students gain practical experience in health and social care settings, applying learning to real-world scenarios through workplace-based assessments.
The optional Foundation Year provides a preparatory pathway for students who may face academic barriers, helping to develop academic skills, improve literacy, and familiarise learners with UK higher education.
Students completing this programme will:
Develop knowledge and understanding of health and social care organisations and their operational and regulatory frameworks.
Gain expertise in management principles and practices, including leadership, change management, and risk assessment.
Build skills in project management, research methodology, and service planning within health and social care contexts.
Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world health and social care settings, enhancing professional competence and employability.
Acquire critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and decision-making skills relevant to health and social care management.
Optional Foundation Year offers a supportive entry route for students with limited academic experience or qualifications.
Emphasises applied learning with direct workplace relevance in health and social care settings.
Develops transferable skills in leadership, management, research, and inter-professional collaboration.
Prepares students for supervisory, managerial, or further postgraduate study in health and social care.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:
Minimum Age: 21 years
Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.
If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.
All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.
The course uses diverse and practice-focused assessment methods to reflect real responsibilities in the health and social care sector. There are no traditional final exams.
Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Management are equipped for supervisory or managerial roles across health and social care settings. The programme also provides a foundation for further study, including Master’s level qualifications.
Potential career paths include:
Health and Social Care Manager
Policy and Planning Officer
Service Improvement Coordinator
Project Manager in Healthcare Settings
Consultant in Health and Social Care
Academic Research or Doctoral Study
The programme builds practical skills, leadership capabilities, and strategic thinking, ensuring graduates are prepared to meet contemporary challenges in the health and social care sector.
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.
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