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Health and Social Care BSc (Hons)

University of Winchester

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University of Winchester
UCAS CODE: BL95

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

- Our course empowers you to make a difference to people鈥檚 lives, particularly in vulnerable or marginalised groups- Take the opportunity to work with a variety of service users and organisations through the Volunteering module- Learn from supportive and accessible lecturers who have experience of working in a wide range of services- Our course considers the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals- Study a broad curriculum that can lead to a variety of potential career pathsWorking with vulnerable or marginalised adults and children, helping people reach their full potential and supporting healthy lifestyles adds up to a challenging but very satisfying career. And with a rapidly ageing population and cuts to social care, there is a pressing need for qualified workers, particularly in the most deprived communities in the country.Our Health and Social Care course ensures that students graduate with a clear understanding of the global challenges that relate to health and social care; and the role of the individuals, communities and organisations in addressing them. The role of health, community and social care practitioners who can pro-actively meet global challenges, in innovative and meaningful ways, is vital in creating sustainable futures for us all.With 1.5 million people employed in the social care sector alone 鈥� a figure projected to increase to 3.1 million by 2025 鈥� employment prospects are excellent for those who want to make a difference in people鈥檚 lives and seek to promote social justice and tackle inequality.Our course focuses on the part we all play in making society and its systems fairer for all people. You explore a broad range of issues within health and social care with an emphasis on effective, collaborative work with those who use, design and shape services. Issues within different professional settings are expanded and linked to how practitioners can support people's needs in their communities.Theory and literature about how people and communities behave and the importance of understanding and reflecting our own response to service users' needs is also a key focus. There is a core theme of empowering practice and user-led approaches in health and social care practice throughout the programme.Year 1 is foundational and provides an understanding of the contexts for health and social care. You are introduced to theories concerning how people come to be labelled as vulnerable or marginalised. You also explore the political and ethical influences on service provision and develop effective skills for working with individuals and groups.During Years 2 and 3, you gain the knowledge needed to be a proficient worker across a range of community and care settings. You study an array of key issues such as understanding mental health, physical impairments, communities, law and ethics. Optional modules include Autism, Dementia and Substance Use and Misuse, and a Volunteering module.Our talented teaching team has a wide range of practical experience in different health, social care and community settings. They are reinforced by guest lecturers who bring experience and expertise to the programme.Study in the library and lecture theatre is balanced by participating in schemes to help members of vulnerable or marginalised groups. You also work alongside service providers and carers.The fields of health, social care and community offer challenging and rewarding careers. Our graduates work with children, families, people who use substances such as drugs or alcohol, disabled people, elderly people, people with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities and people with mental health issues. They take up employment in a variety of settings: in residential or daycare services, with the NHS, social services or voluntary and pr

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 88 - 104

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University information

University of Winchester

University of Winchester

  • University League Table

    103rd

  • Campus address

    University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    69th out of 73 5

    13th out of 32 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    107 60%

    69th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    42nd

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    53rd

    9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 163
    116 71%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    38.0 38%

    28th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.58 89%

    2nd

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