Health & Social Care
This is an innovative and contemporary course from Ulster University which will be attractive to both students and employers in the Health & Social Care sector. The aim of this course is to address the needs of the local market by preparing graduates to gain the range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required to meet the current and future evolving needs of Health and Social Care services in Northern Ireland.
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Ulster University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Ulster University |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
(a) Satisfy the University’s general entry requirements; AND (b) Have attained Grade O4 or above at OLC in 5 subjects (to include OLC English) or an equivalent standard in an approved qualification; AND (c) Provide evidence of competence in numeracy (OLC Grade O4 or above or equivalent – this requirement may be met within (b) and can be met with level 2 Essential Skills Application of number; (d) hold a BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or a related Level 3 subject area, or 1 Higher Level pass or equivalent (with a minimum of 48 UCAS points to include at least 2 grades at H4 or higher); OR as an alternative to (a), (b), (c) and (d): (e) Provide evidence of their ability to undertake the programme through the accreditation of prior experiential learning. APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning) may apply for entry (visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply for details). All applicants must also satisfy Enhanced Disclosure from Access NI. Applicants will be invited for mandatory information session and interview.
Additional Requirements Prior to Entry:
Interview Required
Access NI Check
Attendance at Information Session
Careers / Further progression
Further Study
Students can progress onto degree pathways. Progression pathways on to Year 2 or Year 3 of some Degrees exist, for example BSc Health and Wellbeing and BSc Applied Health Studies. Students also consider professional degrees in Health and Social Care, such as Nursing or Social Work.
Career Prospects
As the Foundation Degree incorporates Work Based Learning (240 hours), students will also progress onto a range of Health and Social Care jobs. The course combines both academic studies and Work-Based Learning.
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024.
Strand Road Campus
£2,500 per annum (subject to change). Additional Fees: Books £50-£100.
Applications are now open for Higher Education Courses 2024-25. To apply online please see "Application Weblink".
Course Overview
This is an innovative and contemporary course from Ulster University which will be attractive to both students and employers in the Health & Social Care sector. The aim of this course is to address the needs of the local market by preparing graduates to gain the range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required to meet the current and future evolving needs of Health and Social Care services in Northern Ireland. You will study a variety of modules relevant to the health and social care setting. Furthermore, students will complete 240 hours of Work Based Learning (work placement) which will also be assessed.
Course Modules:
Effective Communication in Health & Social Care
Introduction to Public Health
Work Based Learning
Safeguarding and Managing Risk
Evidence Based Practice
Innovative Practices to Support Health & Wellbeing
Psychology
Anatomy and Physiology for Health & Social Care
Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice
The Effective Learner
Social Theories and Concepts
In addition, all students must complete 240 hours of Work-Based Learning (placement) which will also be assessed.
Give us a call
Our campus can be contacted by phone:
Strand Road: 028 7127 6000