Overview

The Health and Social Care via Study Centres (Hons) programme of the University of Sunderland will provide you with a detailed understanding of health and social care policy and practice. You will study the key contemporary issues that influence health, social care and the wellbeing of individuals and communities, from a theoretical, policy and practical level.

This degree combines academic rigour with practical experience; you will have the opportunity to test your new knowledge and skills in a work placement in your final year.

Career ready

Health and Social Care is a diverse field, with opportunities to specialise in areas such as young people, mental health, or drug and alcohol abuse support.
Many BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care graduates now work in the NHS, charities such as Age UK and MIND, social care organisations such as Turning Point, and other public, private and voluntary sector health agencies.
Further study is also a popular option, with some graduates choosing to pursue taught Masters courses or research degrees.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Problems

Understanding Health and Social Care

Independent Learning and Professionalism in the Social Sciences

Exploring Psycho-Social Theory

Applied Qualitative Research in the Social Sciences

Dimensions of Health and Social Care

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cavan, Ireland

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science Social Work Health Sciences View 32 other Bachelors in Social Work in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

The typical offer is 104 UCAS points from a minimum of two A Levels or equivalent (e.g. 1 x AVCE double award).

You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) which must include Mathematics and English Language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

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Tuition Fees

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7777 GBP / year

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Living costs

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650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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