13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
Do you want to help children and young people live healthier, happier lives? DipHE in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to do just that. This course is a recognised qualification, opening up exciting career paths in health, care, and education. We provide a programme of progressive studies relevant to careers in the primary functions of care within the health, care and education of children and young people that enhance your ability to exercise investigative, reflective analytical and reasoning powers in context. You will learn about the key ideas and practices that help children and young people grow and thrive. You’ll study important theories about their development and wellbeing, and discover how to use this knowledge in real-life situations to make a positive impact. You will also explore current issues affecting individuals, organisations, and communities, both locally and globally. This will help you understand the role of Public Health in tackling these challenges and improving the health and wellbeing of different populations. Our course focuses on helping you become an independent learner and develop skills that will last a lifetime. These skills are crucial for succeeding in your studies and will also support your future career. You’ll build a strong foundation for employment, gaining the abilities needed to adapt and grow in your professional life. By choosing our DipHE in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People, you will join a supportive learning community that is committed to helping you succeed. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to enhance your current role, this programme will provide you with the tools you need to make a real difference. We also offer the opportunity to study all modules in Welsh.
Modules
Year One In the first year, you will explore the foundations of child development and wellbeing. You will learn about the key principles of health and social care, including child-centred approaches and effective problem-solving techniques. This year focuses on Equality, inclusion and digital equity as well as management, organisational behaviour and digital change. Children and Young People’s Development and Wellbeing (20 credits) Psychology in Health and Social Care (20 credits) Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits) Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits) Equality, Inclusion and Digital Equity (20 credits) Management, Organisational Behaviour and Digital Change (20 credits) Year Two The second year deepens your understanding of contemporary challenges in the sector. You will study public health and its impact on communities, learning to address global health issues. The curriculum includes Protecting and Supporting Families in Health and Care, enhancing your competence in real-world settings. Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits) Protecting and Supporting Families in Health and Care (20 credits) Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Principles of Health and Social Care Practice (20 credits) Children and Young People's Health, Wellbeing and Community Engagement (20 Credits) Introduction to independent Research Skills (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:
- HCY5
- 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
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 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
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | 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
You are encouraged to continue or enter employment in the health, care or support sectors in order to enhance your studies. We recommend that you pay for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) update option if you do not already have one in place. This however is not compulsory for the purposes of the programme.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP