London School of Commerce
FdSc Supporting Innovation in Health & Social Care
Course overview
The FdSc Supporting Innovation in Health & Social Care programme is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the health and social care sector. The course provides foundational knowledge in health and social care concepts, offering both academic and vocational training, and includes opportunities for work placements to gain practical experience in the field. This programme is ideal for students looking to progress to higher-level roles in the sector or continue their studies in related degree programmes.
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 4/C or above, including maths and English Language or appropriate Key Skills/Functional Skills at Level 2,
- A minimum of 64 UCAS Credits/or GNVQ/NVQ/BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care/A-Levels at Level 3,
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check,
- Two supportive references.
Non-standard entry: Applicants with relevant work experience and a UCAS tariff of 48 points will be considered on an individual basis.
Modules
- Personal Professional Development20 credits
- Work Related Learning20 credits
- Evidence Based Approaches20 credits
- Exploration of Health Conditions20 credits
- Collaborative Working20 credits
- Contemporary Issues20 credits
Career prospects
Graduates of the FdSc Supporting Innovation in Health & Social Care programme are prepared for a variety of roles within the health and social care sector. Possible career paths include:
- Health and Social Care Assistant
- Care Manager
- Public Health Practitioner
- Service Improvement Coordinator
- Healthcare Support Worker
Teaching and assessment
The programme uses a range of assessments including coursework, case studies, reports, presentations, and research projects. The work-related learning and research modules provide students with practical experience and opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations in the health and social care sector.
Campus locations
London (Pocock House)
235 Southwark Bridge Road, London SE1 6NP
London (Chaucer House)
White Hart Yard, London SE1 1NX
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees: £9,000 per year.
You can apply for financial support via gov.uk/student-finance. This could include a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support your living costs.
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