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Qualification
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
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Location
High Wycombe Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
21-SEP-26
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Duration
2 Years
Course summary
Are you planning to start or further your career as a health and social care professional? Do you have a strong desire to help people? If yes, then this course could be for you.Our foundation course is an excellent gateway into a variety of roles within the health and social care sector, where you’ll feel fulfilled every day knowing you’re making a difference to someone’s life, providing the support they need to lead an independent and full life.
Why study this subject?Structured around employment in the health and social care sector, this course has been designed with relevant employers to meet the demanding needs of the industry.You’ll develop specialist knowledge and skills in care work as well as analysis and evaluation meaning you can make a positive impact in whatever career you choose to pursue.By studying our FDA Health and Social Care, you’ll open doors to opportunities to work with young offenders, those with mental health needs, learning disabilities and the vulnerable, elderly and disabled.The breadth of subjects you’ll study on this course will give you an introduction and insight into the ethics of caring for vulnerable people in our society. This knowledge will aim to deepen your development and understanding of working in the health and social care sector and subsequently increase employment opportunities for you in the future.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?You’ll also gain first-hand experience through work-based learning in either paid employment or voluntary roles.Here at BNU we recognise that many students applying for this course may not have entered the programme through the traditional academic requirements. We offer support from our Learning Development Unit on a one-to-one basis, tailored to your individual learning needs.The team will work with you on all aspects of your academic work and help ensure you get the most from your learning. You’ll also be given access to a range of online resources to further support you.Designed in line with the Quality Assurance Agency and its subject benchmarks for Health Studies, this foundation degree will help you develop the skills you need to work in this rewarding and exciting yet demanding field.Over the two-year programme, you’ll explore topics like Epidemiology, health and social care policy, culture and communities, principles of research and contemporary issues facing health and social care today.
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£ 15,150per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
Bucks New University
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University League Table
120th
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Campus address
High Wycombe Campus, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2JZ, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
70th out of 75
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Entry standards
/ Max 17879 44%71st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10086.0 86%50th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.19 80%36th
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