Health and Social Studies Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Health and Social Studies Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
This BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies course focuses on topical health issues including sociology, psychology, public health, rural health issues, health care ethics and the integration of health and social care.
In the first year you will be introduced to the many factors that influence health and wellbeing and the issues which need considered in defining what it means to be healthy. You will also develop skills in academic enquiry and writing.
The second and third years build on this knowledge and look more closely at health promotion, public health, ethics, p...
This BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies course focuses on topical health issues including sociology, psychology, public health, rural health issues, health care ethics and the integration of health and social care.
In the first year you will be introduced to the many factors that influence health and wellbeing and the issues which need considered in defining what it means to be healthy. You will also develop skills in academic enquiry and writing.
The second and third years build on this knowledge and look more closely at health promotion, public health, ethics, partnership working and collaboration, and skills in research.
The fourth year gives the opportunity to further build on knowledge and skills in these areas, and undertake a dissertation.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Argyll
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A16-D43
Institution Code
H49
Points of Entry
Year 2, Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Scottish Higher
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Social Services and Healthcare PLUS 1 Higher at C or above
Other
Other qualifications that may be accepted by the course team include: an appropriate NQ level award at SCQF 6, an SVQ/NVQ at level 3, or an appropriate access course.
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
Advanced entry to year two may be possible with HNC Social Services, HNC Healthcare Practice or HNC Social Sciences (or other relevant HNC). Please note that 120 credits at level 7 are required for entry to second year. If your HNC has fewer than 120 credits you may need to undertake a bridging module to top these up before accessing second year.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £6,805 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £7,505 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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