BSc Health Social Care

BSc Health and Social Care at Cardiff Metropolitan University begins with a foundation year before full degree study, giving students a strong start in core knowledge and skills. In the degree years, you will explore themes such as Adult Health and Social Care, Child Health and Social Care, and Global Issues in Health and Social Care. The programme blends theory and practice through lectures, seminars, workshops, and guest sessions with sector professionals.

Assessment methods include coursework, reflective reports, presentations, project work, and exams. In later years, you will undertake a dissertation or capstone project. Additional hands-on learning comes from work-based placements and real settings such as healthcare services or community organisations. The programme also links research with practice by encouraging creative methods and policy engagement.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is committed to delivering high-quality, professionally recognised education in partnership with students. Its academic community covers many fields: the institution offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, Arts, Health, and Social Sciences. With strong industry links and a supportive environment, the university ensures its courses remain relevant and responsive to student and employer needs.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants may need a recognised school leaving qualification such as A-levels, BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, or equivalent.

English Language Requirements:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds usually need an overall IELTS score (or equivalent) of 6.0, with no component lower than 5.5.
• Cardiff Metropolitan may accept other recognised tests (such as PTE, TOEFL) as equivalents according to course-specific requirements.

The international tuition fee for the BSc Health and Social Care, Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 per year. This fee is subject to annual increase or change.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers several scholarships and bursaries for international students. When you apply, you are automatically considered; no separate application is needed. Some examples:

• Undergraduate Scholarship: £2,500 award for eligible international applicants.
• Sanctuary Award: full fee waiver and support toward study costs for students with irregular migration status.
• Performance and Elite Sport Scholarships: discounts up to around £5,000 for students excelling in sports.

Graduates of this programme are ready for roles that contribute meaningfully to health and social care services. Career paths include:

• Social work support officer
• Community care coordination
• Child welfare practitioner
• Health promotion officer
• Policy analyst in health or social care
• Manager in voluntary or non-profit organisations

To apply for the course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.