A preparatory year before Level 4 sets the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year apart from the direct bachelor’s at the same Poplar campus in East London. Delivery is weekends and evenings, so weekday jobs can continue. Foundation entry needs three GCSEs at grades A*–C (9–4) or an equivalent Level 2 or 3 qualification with at least 45 credits; without these, 12 months of full-time relevant work experience with references, a personal statement and CV may be accepted. Once past the foundation stage, notes point to anatomy, health promotion and case-study work. A January 2027 intake is listed. This is not a clinical registration route. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekend and Evening
- Location
- At the Poplar campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Foundation year
- Yes — included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Central Lancashire London
- Partner pathway
- UCLAN
Who this course is for
This suits mature students and career changers who want BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care but need a foundation year before degree-level study.
Entry routes for mature students
Foundation entry is three GCSEs at grades A*–C (9–4) or an equivalent Level 2 or 3 qualification with at least 45 credits. A non-standard route accepts 12 months of full-time relevant work experience with references, a personal statement and a CV. AF Education confirms what applies to you.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
Weekend and evening study is listed in London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The degree aims to build knowledge and transferable skills valued across related roles.
Course overview from University of Central Lancashire London
Our Health and Social Care degree equips you with the skills to manage and respond to diverse health and social challenges. You’ll gain practical experience and insights into areas like human anatomy, mental health, and health promotion, preparing you for various careers in healthcare or further specialised studies. This course will provide you with a range skills and knowledge to excel within the health and social care environment, both home and abroad. Today’s existing health and social care organisations are extremely varied and dynamic, and so successful practitioners need to be forward thinking and well-rounded. This course will offer you opportunities to use real-life case studies that draw on prioritisation, negotiation, and care planning skills. Our lecturers are experts in their fields, and all have solid hands-on industry experience, and have been directly involved in the design of this course. Our location in London, home to over 90 NHS hospitals and numerous private healthcare and social care organisations, provides excellent insight into the sector and opportunities to engage with industry developments. You will graduate with a solid sectoral awareness, with the knowledge and skills applicable to varied health and social care contexts. This should enable you to pursue relevant further education, careers and entrepreneurial opportunities within the health and social care sector.
Why study with us:
- Explore care management skills for diverse health conditions and social circumstances
- Further your knowledge of complexities within healthcare institutions and the sector
- Develop your passion for helping others
Upon successful completion of the course a student will be able to:
- Critically analyse and evaluate healthcare systems; by exploring how health and social care providers and organisations are managed, regulated, integrated and their ability (severally and collectively) to meet the health and social care needs of the populations they serve.
- Investigate the diverse range of health and social care work and the different roles and responsibilities of professionals operating within the sector.
- Examine the biological, psychological and sociological factors of human development, to critically analyse and evaluate their influence upon the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the lifespan.
Many health and social care graduates work in roles across education, health, public services, and the charity sector. There are a variety of opportunities across the NHS, local authorities and social services, charities, not-for-profits and community organisations, as well as schools, colleges, early years organisations or adult education settings. Health and Social Care graduates may decide to progress onto further study at postgraduate level, as many health-related careers, including social work, nursing, occupational therapy, counselling, and speech and language therapy, need further training for specialism.
Timetable:
Tuesday + Thursday evening (18:00 to 21:00) + Saturday (10:00 to 17:00)
How this course differs
This page is BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year at University of Central Lancashire London: Bachelors, with a foundation year, Full Time (Weekend, Evening), at Poplar (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year this page | University of Central Lancashire London (Partner: UCLAN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekend, Evening | Poplar (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care | University of Central Lancashire London (Partner: UCLAN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekend, Evening | Poplar (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care | Anglia Ruskin University (Partner: ARU) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | East India (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation | Anglia Ruskin University (Partner: ARU) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | East India (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care | Bath Spa University (Partner: PEN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | Hackney (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year | Bath Spa University (Partner: PEN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Canary Wharf (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year | Bath Spa University (Partner: PEN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Hackney (London) |
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BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year
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Poplar
6th Floor, Import Building, 2 Clove Cres, E India Dock Rd, London, E14 2BE
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FAQs about this course
Is a foundation year included?
Yes. This course includes a foundation year before the main degree stages.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekend and Evening (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?
No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.
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