Course description
There is an increasing demand for health and social care within the UK and globally and the sector requires competent and knowledgeable contributors to shape it to ensure the best outcomes for all.
The BSc Health and Social Care at Newman intends to develop in students the appropriate knowledge, understanding, skills and values required of them to work, research and continue their studies in this area and other related disciplines. It will provide a range of educational experiences that enable students to work in a wide-ranging fast-moving environment within the UK and internationally. Students will have the opportunity to develop a professional approach to their work with individuals and communities.
We continue to accept applications for September 2023. Applications to join us in 2024 can be submitted on UCAS from this September.
Training Course Content
As Health and Social Care is a dynamic area of study, this course covers a range of disciplinary areas. Modules that cover content related to epidemiology, social policy, research methods, public health, anatomy and physiology, clinical skills, safeguarding, and leadership and management are covered in this programme.
To root the course in the sector and to enable students to reflect upon and develop their skillset, there is a work placement module at level 5 and; a range of visiting speakers from the sector and insight days into health and social care throughout the course.
The course seeks to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to engage in the wide range of issues that shape health and social care in the UK and globally.
Course delivery details
The BSc Health and Social Care at Newman includes a number of strategies designed to develop professional, high quality graduates for the health and social care sector.
- The first year of the course will provide a good foundation to introduce complex concepts of both health and social care and enable the development of a wide range of knowledge and skills to support study at the second and third year.
- You will be supported by experienced highly qualified lecturers with extensive research and knowledge across the health and social care sector.
- You will gain experience in from work experience which will help you link theory and practice.
- Your modules will be focused on a range of skills and knowledge that can be directly applied to working within the health and social care sector.
- For your final dissertation project, you can research a topic that interests you and is relevant to your personal interests or intended future employment.
Continuing Studies
A wide range of careers are available across several environments such as health and social care in the public, private and third sectors.
The areas covered on this course would be suitable for people considering moving on to gain postgraduate qualifications in nursing, midwifery, social work and occupational therapy.
Graduates from this course could take on leadership and management roles in health or social care and would be capable of working within a multi-agency environment nationally and globally.
The skills and knowledge gained from this course are also transferable to a range of disciplines or employment opportunities.
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Birmingham Newman University
Founded in 1968, Birmingham Newman University is a community-focused institution based in Bartley Green, Birmingham. It has built strong partnerships with many local businesses, charities and schools, making it an ideal choice for students wishing to gain practical experience during...