BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year

The health and social care sector plays a critical role in maintaining the physical and mental health of the public. In the UK, the National Health Service is embedded deeply in British society, providing support to residents since 1948. By studying your BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care degree with UoBM, you can develop essential knowledge and understanding of health and social care principles and practices while experiencing life in the multicultural heart of Manchester.

Our experienced team will support you in developing core knowledge in critical health and social care areas, emphasising the social, political, ethical, and global contexts in which the industry operates. We'll explore how health and social care providers are managed, regulated and integrated to meet the needs of the population they serve. We'll also examine the biological, psychological, and sociological factors of human development and analyse their influence on health and wellbeing.

By considering individual personal, social and cultural circumstances, you'll analyse how lifestyle and environment influence a person's decision and ability to seek professional health or social care. We'll also guide you as you explore professional roles and responsibilities, safeguarding, risk assessments and safe working practices.

The degree is expertly structured to combine academic, practical and employability skills development so you graduate with the confidence to navigate the professional health and social care landscape. We'll coach you in developing a wide range of high-level intellectual abilities and sought-after skills such as communication, time management, teamwork and problem-solving. We also aim to help you build lifelong learning skills so that you can take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success. 

Working in health and social care is both exciting and challenging. This course focuses on helping you develop the attitudes, abilities and competencies needed to thrive in this sector. As a graduate of our BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care, you'll have the skillset and resilience from real-life experience and case studies to flourish in careers across the health and social care spectrum in the UK and internationally.

Manchester offers extensive employment opportunities for graduates, with over ten hospitals in Greater Manchester and numerous NHS, council, private, and third-sector organisations seeking skilled health and social care professionals. Our BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care explores health in its broad context, addressing contemporary issues and preparing students to meet the growing demand for flexible, multi-disciplinary workers in this field.

All modules are designed with employability at their core, integrating key skills such as communication, IT, research, and teamwork. Lecturers, with diverse practical expertise, shape modules and assessments to highlight these skills. Employability workshops enhance CVs, interview techniques, and transferable skills, while volunteer opportunities and guest speakers provide insights into the sector. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to support complex needs in demanding environments.