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BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care degree at UOBM prepares students for careers in the critical and rapidly evolving health and social care sector. The course covers key topics such as human anatomy, lifespan development, safeguarding, and promoting health and wellbeing. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors affecting health, and develop the skills necessary to work in diverse professional contexts. This degree also emphasizes the importance of ethical practice, social justice, and leadership in health and social care settings.

Entry requirements

Standard Entry Requirements

104 UCAS points for a 3-Year Degree (any subjects accepted at Level 3).

5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.

Foundation Year Entry Requirements

48 UCAS points for Foundation Year entry.

If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate a minimum IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent).

Modules

  • Communication Skills20 credits
  • Data Skills20 credits
  • Professional Development Skills20 credits
  • Research Skills20 credits

Career prospects

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care programme will be equipped to pursue a wide range of careers in the health and social care sectors. Potential career roles include:

  • Care Home Manager
  • Community Development Worker
  • Healthcare Manager
  • Assistant Practitioner (e.g., Occupational Therapy Assistant)
  • Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
  • Primary Care Graduate Mental Health Worker
  • Health Promotion Specialist
  • Community Development Worker
  • Medical Sales Representative
  • Progression to PG Study in Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, Teaching

Teaching and assessment

The course uses a variety of assessment methods, including written exams, coursework, practical assessments, and presentations. In your final year, you will complete a major project to demonstrate your ability to apply health and social care principles to real-world challenges.

Assessments will test your understanding of health and social care concepts and your ability to solve complex problems in this sector.

Campus locations

Base, Manchester Science Park

Greenheys Lane, Manchester, M15 6LR

Fees and funding

Fees, funding and start dates can change. The provider source was checked on 2026-08-17; confirm the latest position with the provider before applying.

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