Health and Social Care with Integrated Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

This is a four-year version of our popular BA (Hons) Health and Social Care course, with an integrated foundation year. Understand the key issues that affect health, social care and wellbeing. Make a difference to some of societys most vulnerable groups. Gain a well-respected qualification to open doors in the field.<br/><br/>The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care degree gives you the opportunity to gain critical understanding of integrated health and social care welfare structures and processes, as well as advanced theoretical knowledge and skills in practice and management in the sector. The completion of at least one (and optionally two) placements enables you to gain practical, real-world experience of a health and social care environment.<br/><br/>The integration of different degree routes within the Health and Social Care course is available and these are chosen at the end of Year 1. Each of the routes maintain a strong basis in social sciences and have been developed to address both student and employer needs. The new routes allow you to develop the attributes you need to succeed in these roles and graduate with a named degree in one of three routes:<br/><br/>BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care: focus on broad topics and theories relating to health and social care, applying them to contemporary issues such as mental health, substance use, and domestic abuse.<br/><br/>BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care: Health and Wellbeing: focus on public health-related issues such as health promotion, health inequalities, health ethics, and health wellbeing.<br/><br/>BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care: Management and Leadership: focus on skills for management related to working effectively with other employees and considerations about wellbeing at work. Youll also focus on management and leadership, as well as project management and social entrepreneurship.<br/><br/>As well as the new routes, this Health and Social Care degree is also integrated with our Social Sciences sister course, Criminology. This way we are better able to combine teaching across the school to enable you to choose from a wider range of options. The option choices increase as you progress through the course, allowing you to focus more on your preferred areas of study in the final year.

Study at the University of Sunderland, a top 40 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2025). Join a vibrant community of over 20,000 students across their four campuses in Sunderland, London, and Hong Kong.<br/><br/>Sunderland's portfolio of industry-inspired courses and placement opportunities will equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in your chosen field. They've also fostered a supportive environment where you can build your confidence, make lasting friendships, and establish a network of professional connections.<br/><br/>Sunderland take pride in their top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and ever-evolving city by the sea. But they’re most proud of you. Your accomplishments and the paths you forge after graduation are the true testaments to their success. After all, supporting you to achieve your full potential is what truly matters, right?<br/><br/>Make it happen at the University of Sunderland.