BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care

Level 4

Academic & Professional Skills (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Develop academic writing, research and presentation skills.
• Build confidence with digital tools used in university and workplace settings.

Subject Foundations (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Understand core concepts within the subject area.
• Apply foundational theory to practical case examples.

Introduction to Practice (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Explore professional contexts related to the discipline.
• Demonstrate reflective learning and teamwork.

Level 5

Applied Practice (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Apply intermediate subject knowledge to real-world scenarios.
• Evaluate approaches used in professional environments.

Research Methods (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Select and apply appropriate research methods.
• Analyse evidence and present findings clearly.

Professional Development (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Identify career pathways and professional standards.
• Build transferable employability skills.

Level 6

Dissertation / Major Project (40 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Plan and deliver an independent research or practice project.
• Critically evaluate literature and evidence in the chosen domain.

Strategic Practice (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Apply advanced subject knowledge to complex problems.
• Demonstrate leadership, analysis and decision-making skills.

Contemporary Issues (20 credits; compulsory)

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

• Evaluate current industry and sector developments.
• Propose informed solutions with academic and professional insight.