The BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care Top-up is designed for people who have completed an FdA or equivalent in a subject related to Health & Social Care and who wish to progress to a higher level. This course is aimed at people who are interested in pursuing a career working in the Health & Social Care sector. With this top up degree, you can increase the skills required to work in adult social care services, hospitals, children’s services and other related occupations within the private, public and voluntary sector.
Students will study a range of subjects which will provide the basis for a future career in areas relevant to health and social care. The course provides flexibility, with a number of career choice options available. The main topic areas covered within this programme are research skills and critical enquiry skills, health promotion, mentoring and supervision skills, safeguarding, self-management and leadership skills. You can select topics that you are interested in when undertaking a Practice Project to support you to develop your independent critical thinking skills and problem solve effectively. This will inspire you to pursue your particular interests and areas of practice.
What careers can the course lead to?
Career options include probation service, management, paramedic, race relations officer, mental health advocate and related occupations. Graduates can apply for postgraduate courses in nursing, social work, mental health, care management, probation, advocacy and a diverse range of related occupations.
September 2025
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