13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
Our BSc health and care management degree programme aims to prepare you for a rewarding career in the health and social care workforce. Our goal is to develop a workforce that can meet strategic governmental objectives and is ready for a lifelong career in the health and care sector. The Digital Health and Care discipline is evolving rapidly. We have updated our programme to include new elements of policy and skills to help you navigate this rapidly evolving environment. This ensures you are well-equipped to handle the latest challenges in health and social care. As a student, you will earn a higher education qualification focusing on management within the health and social care sector. The course explores topics relevant to careers in the primary functions of management, such as healthcare management and leadership in healthcare. We offer opportunities for both personal and academic development. Our programme values your prior relevant study or vocational experience, helping you build on what you already know. We aim to enhance your investigative, reflective analytical, and reasoning powers in context, giving you the tools to make ethical decisions and understand healthcare strategies. Upon graduation, you will have the professional healthcare development needed to pursue various roles, including management roles in healthcare. The course covers modern healthcare topics such as health analytics and digital health leadership, preparing you for professional development in healthcare. Our programme emphasises inclusive healthcare practice and adapting to diverse health contexts. You will learn about healthcare facilities management and healthcare delivery improvements. We also address evolving patient needs and the impact of new healthcare technologies on the industry. Throughout your studies, you will engage with real-world healthcare case studies, this practical experience ensures you understand the patient impact of your work and can lead healthcare services transformation. Our course is ideal for those looking to become a skilled healthcare professional and equips you for a future in various healthcare disciplines. Our programme not only prepares you for today’s challenges but also sets you on a path for professional development in the dynamic field of health and care management. We also offer all modules through the medium of Welsh.
Modules
Year One In your first year, you will build a solid foundation in health and care management. Key areas include understanding the counselling, communication and therapeutic relationship, exploring basic healthcare strategies, and learning about management, organisational behaviour and digital change, whilst also developing your critical thinking skills. Counselling, Communication, and the Therapeutic Relationship (20 credits) Psychology in Health and Social Care (20 credits) Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits) Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits) Introduction to Public Health and Wellbeing (20 credits) Management, Organisational Behaviour and Digital Change (20 credits) Year Two The second year deepens your knowledge in healthcare sector management and digital health leadership. You will study the principles of health and social care practice, preparing you for management roles in healthcare. The curriculum also includes health economics, addressing evolving patient needs. Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits) Leading and Managing Health and Social Care Teams (20 credits) Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Principles of Health and Social Care Practice (20 credits) Health Economics (20 credits) Introduction to independent Research Skills (20 Credits) Year Three In your final year, you will focus on advanced topics like health, wellbeing and sustainable development. Emphasis is placed on professional development in healthcare, such as facilitating change and managing quality, giving you hands-on experience through real-world healthcare case studies. You will also undertake an independent project, that will prepare you for a lifelong career in the health and care sector. Independent Project (40 credits) Health, Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (20 credits) Facilitating Change and Managing Quality (20 credits) Coaching, Mentoring and Team Work in Health and Social Care (20 credits) Digital Transformation in the Health and Care Professions (20 Credits)
Assessment method
Assessments include: essays, exams, reports, presentations, reflective blogs and professional portfolios. You will be asked to utilise information technology communication and organisational skills for your assignments.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HCM1
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- Swansea Business Campus
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13500 | Year 1 |
| International | £13500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP