Course summary
Interested in a career in Health and Social Care, but lack the formal qualifications to apply for a degree? The Health and Social Care Foundation Entry course is a great stepping stone that will support you to develop the academic writing, research and presentation skills needed for degree level study. You’ll also gain important insights into health professional careers in a supportive and engaging learning environment. Once completed, you will have a guaranteed place on Year 1 of our Health and Social Care FdA (HTQ), Year 1 Health and Social Care FdA Mental Health Pathway or on our Higher National Certificate in Healthcare Professions’ Support.
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Modules
Applied Anatomy and Physiology You’ll study the anatomy and physiology of the body. You’ll learn how this may be affected by illness, disease or injury and how to apply these key principles. Academic Writing and Studying in Health and Social Care. This module aims to introduce you to the principles of academic writing and studying to prepare you for your academic career. Learning Development and using Information Communication Technology to present information This module aims to develop key reflective skills and critical thinking to enable students to internally reflect on their current practice and also interpret research and apply this to practice. Developing Skills for Delivering Health and Social Care (1) This module aims to develop your understanding of the professional skills required in Health and Social Care. You’ll gain intrapersonal and interpersonal skills as well as identify your individual development as a professional. Developing Professional Skills for Delivering Health and Social Care (2) This module aims to support you in applying your understanding of professional skills needed in the Health and Social Care sector. You will particularly focus on collaborative communication, teamwork skills and developing professional qualities and values which are essential for working in Health and Social Care. Measuring Health and Wellbeing This module will introduce you to health interventions at all levels, including government policy and individual practice. You will understand the key sources of evidence and develop skills in the interpretation and analysis of these interventions.
How to apply
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:
- HS21
- 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 - 64 points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
http://www.uco.oldham.ac.uk/courses/health-and-social-care-foundation-entry-fde/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7500 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7500 | 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
Provider information
University Campus Oldham
Oldham Business Centre
University Way
Oldham
OL1 1BB