BSc Health Social Care
Course overview
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.
Entry requirements
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.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.
Up to 20% of feesFull Fee Discount
Award: Up to £1,000
Sport Scholarships
Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.
Undergraduate Scholarship
Award: £2,500
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
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
Cost of study
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.
Admission
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.
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