University Campus Oldham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The health and social care sector is vast and this course is a great opportunity for you to empower and improve the day-today lives of vulnerable people. You will gain the skills, knowledge and understanding to succeed. The course is linked closely to the UK Government’s health and social care agendas, so you’ll experience a balance of current policy, practice and academic training. Our focus is on supporting you to become a knowledgeable, compassionate, and person-centred care professional.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Level 4 · PZ1015 Study & Lifelong Learning Skills · PZ1090 Foundations for Practice · PZ1000 Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology and Psychology of Health · NU1019 Care from the Client Perspective · PZ1022 Communication and Collaboration Level 5 · PZ2090 Supporting Professional Practice · PZ2073 Health Promotion · PZ2130 Management of Mental Health Across the Lifespan · PW2007 Innovation and Leadership in Health and Social Care · PZ2091 Evidence Based Practice
Assessment method
Workshops Group discussions Seminars Problem-based learning Presentations Placements Online Portfolio
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
31Jan
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:
- HS22
- Institution code:
- O10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 - 80 points
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is considered on an individual basis for those candidates that have relevant work experience in a health and social care related field. All students must be prepared to undergo and prove they have an enhanced DBS suitable to work with vulnerable adults and children. For students whose first language is not English an IELTS score of 6 for both reading and writing is required.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS score of 6 for both reading and writing is required.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees are set at £7500 per year.
Additional costs include £50 for enhanced DBS
Provider information
University Campus Oldham
Oldham Business Centre
University Way
Oldham
OL1 1BB