BSc Health and Social Care with Professional Practice with Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Health and Social Care/with Professional Practice with Foundation Year at Birkbeck University, London and uses different subjects (interdisciplinary) to study the fast-growing areas of health and social care. The course gives students a strong base of knowledge of how the sector works both in the UK and globally. It concentrates on how social unfairness affects people's needs and how policies are made and used. The Foundation Year is perfect if students need more time to prepare before starting the main degree.
The Professional Practice route gets students ready for work by adding practical skills to their lessons. Most of the learning happens in small workshops, seminars, and tutorials, which often take place in the evening. For their final grade, they will be judged on practical tasks, written assignments, and a large independent research project.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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The requirement for acceptance onto the full-time four-year degree with a Foundation Year is 48 UCAS tariff points.
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The university is happy to receive applications from people without formal qualifications, as the university makes decisions based on its own assessment of academic potential, knowledge, and any previous work experience.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.5 overall in the IELTS Academic Test, with no section score below 6.0.
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They may also submit equivalent test scores from other recognised English language tests.
Career opportunities
BSc Health and Social Care/with Professional Practice with Foundation Year from Birkbeck University, London, prepares graduates for roles in the public, private, and voluntary sectors. Major career paths include:
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Health Service Manager
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Care Manager
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Public Health Practitioner
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Community Development Worker
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Health Promotion Specialist
Cost of study
The yearly tuition fee for international students starting the BSc Health and Social Care/with Professional Practice with Foundation Year in Birkbeck University, London, costs £18,500.
Admission
To apply for the full-time BSc Health and Social Care/with Professional Practice with Foundation Year at Birkbeck University, London, applicants must submit their application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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