Bachelor of Health and Social Care include foundational subjects like social policy, legal and ethical issues, research methods, and communication in social care, along with core topics such as health promotion, disability awareness, mental health care, and leadership and management. You will also likely participate in practice placements to gain hands-on experience, often culminating in a dissertation or research project.

 Foundational & Theoretical Modules

• Social Policy and Welfare Systems:
  Focuses on understanding the framework of societal support and the historical development of health and social care services. 
• Legal and Ethical Frameworks:
  Explores the legal provisions, ethical considerations, and policies that impact care practice. 
• Research Methods:
  Provides an understanding of how to design, conduct, and interpret research in the health and social care field. 
• Sociology and Psychology in Care:
  Examines the sociological context of care and introduces psychological theories relevant to the care sector. 
• Communication in Social Care:
  Develops effective communication skills essential for working with clients and colleagues. 

Core Health & Social Care Modules

• Health Promotion:
  Teaches strategies for encouraging healthy behaviours and well-being in individuals and communities. 
• Promoting Health and Wellbeing:
  Focuses on practical approaches to enhancing the health and well-being of service users. 
• Leadership and Management:
  Develops skills for leading and managing teams and services within health and social care settings. 
• Caring for Vulnerable Groups:
  Covers specific needs and support for different groups, such as those with disabilities or mental health conditions. 
• Specialist Care Practice:
  Builds knowledge and skills for supporting individuals with a variety of conditions across the lifespan. 

Practical Application Modules 

• Practice Placement:
  Mandatory work placements allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.
• Dissertation/Research Project:
  A significant research project where students explore an area of interest, demonstrating their research and analytical skills.
• Creative and Reflective Practice:
  Encourages self-reflection and the use of creative methods in professional practice.