University of Greater Manchester
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
2026/27: £9,250 | 2026/26: £9,535 | 2026/27: £9,535 | Total Fee: £28,320
EU nationals who meet residency requirements (have settled or pre-settled status) may be eligible for 'Home' fee status. If you do not meet these residency requirements, overseas fees will apply. Irish citizens living in the UK or Ireland will be eligible for 'Home' fee status under the Common Travel Area arrangement. Please read the student finance for EU students web page for more information.
For 2026-2028 entry, the maximum government-approved undergraduate tuition fee for UK students is £9,250 per year. The University is able to charge this fee subject to an approved Access and Participation Plan for 2026-2028 and its current rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
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