Get ready to succeed in a health and social care degree, and learn core academic and professional skills, while also developing your English language skills.
Entry Tariff
64 points
UCAS Code
TBC
Duration
1 year
Start date
September 2024
Degree Type
Cert HE
Modules
These modules are those we currently offer and may be subject to change.
- English for Academic Practice 1
- English for Academic Practice 2
- In-Sessional Integrated English Skills
- Information Technology and Numerical Concepts
- Academic Inquiry and Exploration
- Foundations of Health and Social Care Practice
- Professional Concepts in Health and Social Care
Why this course
2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver Award for delivering high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for students.
You will develop your English language skills and gain the academic skills and business knowledge you need for your chosen undergraduate degree.
You’ll learn in an exciting environment that champions individuality, encourages collaboration and supports you every step of the way.
Skills
You will develop your English language and academic skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and gain a basic understanding of using English for academic purposes and a thorough grounding in academic study skills, such as essay structure, exam technique, referencing, journal and library research.
You will learn about the history and the contemporary context of health and social care and its relationship with health outcomes and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
You will be introduced to the professional responsibilities of those working within health and social care and look at the relevant professional frameworks, codes of practice, ethical concepts and legislation and explore the concepts of equality and diversity, and inclusion.
How you'll learn
You’ll be taught via lectures, seminars and workshops by our passionate and committed academic staff.
You’ll have regular contact with your academic guidance tutor to help you develop as well as face-to-face and online careers and study support.
How you'll be assessed
You’ll be assessed using a wide range of theory and practical assessments that replicate the world of business today.
This includes coursework, reports and online tests.
Upcoming Events:
Degree pathways
To progress onto the first year of a nursing undergraduate course, you will need to apply during your study.
Courses include:
Application Info
How to apply
Undergraduate programmes
- September 2024 entry: International students- apply using our direct application form
Apply now for September 2024 entry
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We welcome applicants with a wide range of qualifications, including BTECs, A-levels and T Levels.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential. In some cases, we will make you a contextual offer. Contextual offers ensure that all applicants have a fair opportunity of gaining a place with us, regardless of their background. Find out more about contextual offers.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available on our How to apply page.
Tuition fees and funding
£14,500
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
Specific entry requirements
- IELTS: 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5
- UCAS International Equivalents (64 entry tariff)
- 5 GCSE / GCSE passes at grade C/4 or in an international equivalent
General entry requirements
Contextual offers
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements.
Find out more