BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management with Foundation Year
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BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management with Foundation Year
Following the foundation year, the programme explores leadership, service delivery, health policy, and strategic management within health and social care environments. Students gain practical experience through work-based projects and applied learning, developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skills necessary to lead and improve care services. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles, service improvement initiatives, and further professional development in health and social care sectors.
Academic Journey
Duration: 4 years (Full-time)
Inside the Learning Segments
Foundation Year
- Academic Skills Development
- Introduction to Health and Care
- Study Skills for Higher Education
- Personal and Professional Development
- Introduction to Management
Year 1 (Level 4)
- Introduction to Health and Care Management
- Service Delivery in Health and Social Care
- Leadership and Management in Practice
- Health Policy and Regulation
- Academic Skills for Practice
- Work-Based Project
Year 2 (Level 5)
- Strategic Management in Health and Care
- Quality Improvement and Risk Management
- Managing People and Teams in Care Settings
- Research and Evidence-Based Practice
- Professional Development in Health and Care
- Applied Project
Year 3 (Level 6)
- Advanced Leadership in Health and Care
- Organisational Change and Innovation
- Strategic Service Improvement
- Health Economics and Resource Management
- Research Project / Dissertation
- Applied Work-Based Learning
- Academic Qualifications: Level 3 qualification or equivalent
- Work Experience: Relevant experience may be considered through non-standard entry routes
- English Proficiency: Equivalent to GCSE English Grade C/4 or CEFR B2
- Mature Applicants: Assessed based on work or vocational experience if no formal qualifications
- Interview: Academic interview required
Discover Your Career Direction
Graduates of this programme develop the knowledge and skills to take on leadership and management roles in health and social care. The combination of foundation and degree-level study ensures strong academic preparation and practical capability, equipping students to manage teams, implement service improvements, and contribute effectively to healthcare organisations. Applied projects enhance real-world experience and employability.
Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:
- Health Services Manager
- Care Team Leader or Supervisor
- Quality Improvement Officer
- Community Health Coordinator
- Policy and Compliance Officer
- Project Officer in Health and Care Services
The programme also provides pathways to postgraduate study or professional qualifications in healthcare management.
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