Health and Social Care (Top-up)

Note: Due to the course delivery location and visa restrictions, this course is NOT available to international students requiring a Student Visa.

Location: This is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Stockton Riverside College (campus code 3, call 01642 865400).

Indicate point of entry as Year 3 when applying for this top-up degree.

Course overview: This one year full-time top-up course provides you with the unique opportunity to engage with and learn about the wider concepts and developments within the health and social care sector, particularly in light of recent legislative and social policy developments. The course is aimed at improving the existing provision, along with the outcomes for service users and ultimately development of the health and social care workforce to the highest possible standards – maximising personalisation, person-centred care and key quality care concepts. Candidates are expected to be working with clients or have experience of working within a professional framework to apply their learning on this course.

After the course: Completion of this course will provide you with career opportunities in management roles in social care, non-clinical lead roles in healthcare and service manager roles.

Choosing Teesside University means joining a modern, ambitious university that puts students first. Named Modern University of the Year 2026 (Daily Mail University Guide 2026) and recognised for its outstanding student experience, Teesside combines award-winning teaching with the support you need to succeed.

Based in Middlesbrough, the university has invested millions into creating a vibrant campus packed with industry-standard facilities, study spaces and social hubs. You'll also have access to Adobe Creative Campus tools, helping you build valuable digital skills alongside your degree.

From day one, you'll be part of a welcoming student community with excellent support services, societies, sports clubs and opportunities to boost your career prospects. If you're looking for a university that helps you achieve more and make the most of student life, Teesside could be the perfect fit.