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**Course overview**
Want to work in the growing health and social care sector? Our FdA Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) is a great option and a stepping stone to other studies too.
**Why study with us**
- You will have the opportunity for international travel and work experience, including volunteering experience in countries such as Zambia and Kenya.
- This course can lead to studying Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department Practice and Sports Therapy.
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**Course overview**<br/><br/>Want to work in the growing health and social care sector? Our FdA Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) is a great option and a stepping stone to other studies too.<br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- You will have the opportunity for international travel and work experience, including volunteering experience in countries such as Zambia and Kenya.<br/><br/><br/>- This course can lead to studying Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department Practice and Sports Therapy.<br/><br/><br/>- Simulated learning experience is provided for health students within contemporary skills laboratories including a community flat and counselling and consultation rooms.<br/><br/><br/>**What youll do**<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll complete two practice placement modules to apply your skills and knowledge in an area of practice that interests you.<br/><br/><br/>- Examine the theoretical concept of reflective practice and apply system-based knowledge of anatomy and physiology to practice.<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll develop and enhance your self-awareness and interpersonal skills alongside gaining an insight into the importance of evidence-based practice within Health and Social Care.<br/><br/><br/>**Future careers**<br/><br/>Graduates of our Health and Social Care Foundation Degree go on to careers in health and social care as well further related study.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
03/2026
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
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Course Code
4Q57
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
64 UCAS points
64 UCAS points
64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
MPP
64 UCAS points
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Not Accepted
MPP
64 UCAS points
64 UCAS points at A2
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