BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year
Simple overview of this programme
This programme introduces health and social care from a broad academic and practical perspective.
It is particularly relevant for adults who want to move from other jobs into care, support, wellbeing or social-care environments.
Decision summary
people interested in care, health, wellbeing, community support and social-care roles.
people who want a purely administrative route with little human contact or emotional pressure.
Who this programme is for
What jobs can this programme lead to?
Realistic starting roles:
Growth path after experience:
Important note: The degree alone does not guarantee a job, a management position or a specialist title. English level, work experience, practical skills and labour-market conditions all matter.
Key programme information
Timing and classes
The course runs for 4 years and includes a Foundation Year.
It is delivered through ICON College in London. Exact timetable and start dates should be checked according to the intake and capacity.
How difficult is this programme?
The difficulty comes from reading, writing, health and social-care concepts and understanding real human situations.
It requires emotional maturity and interest in people, not only academic study.
What is the Foundation Year and how does it help?
The Foundation Year helps students build study skills, confidence and the academic base needed for the main degree.
It is useful for people returning to study or new to UK higher education.
Main advantage of this programme
It gives a clearer health and social-care route than a general business programme.
Important points before choosing
This programme does not automatically make you a nurse, social worker or regulated healthcare professional.
Some professions require separate professional training and registration.