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Health and Social Care (Top-up) BSc (Hons)

London Metropolitan University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science - BSc

  • Location

    Holloway Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary


Why study this course



This is a top-up version of our Health and Social Care BSc (Hons) degree. A top-up degree is the final year (Level 6) of an undergraduate degree course and is for those who have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, or those wishing to study the final year of their degree in London.

This course is strongly focused on enhancing your job prospects and is aligned to the standards specified by Skills for Health (the Skills Council for the NHS). After completion of the course you’ll be able to demonstrate to prospective employers that your advanced skills conform to the National Occupational Standards (NOS).


More about this course

This top-up degree will allow you to progress in your studies and gain relevant knowledge to analyse social care issues. The course draws on the latest research and is informed by contemporary health and social care policies, as well as expected changes to the sector. As part of the degree you’ll explore modern challenges, including the ageing population, emerging healthcare technology and the rising cost of providing care.

You’ll be taught by health and social care sector experts, who will provide informed and practical insights into areas such as psychosocial perspectives of health, counselling, research, health improvement and behaviour change. The joint focus on knowledge and teaching practical skills will allow you to acquire abilities in analysis, enquiry and observation.

After completion of the course you’ll be able to deal with critical issues in health and social care, rendering you attractive to employers in the sector.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    129th

  • Campus address

    Holloway, 166-220 Holloway Road, Tower Building, Islington, Greater London, N7 8DB, United Kingdom

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London Met is home to students from over 150 nationalities, creating a diverse and enriching learning experience.
London Met’s dedicated international advice team provides advice and guidance on key issues including: visas, family and dependants, induction and work.
London Met works in partnership with Student Circus to provide international students with dedicated career support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    68th out of 75 3

    20th out of 30 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 178
    n/a

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    62nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    17th

    6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 148
    79 54%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    6th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.39 85%

    7th

    19

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