Overview

At the Applied Community and Social Care Studies (with Foundation Year) programme from The University of Lancashire you’ll get the communication, study and information management skills you need to study at degree level. You'll study a range of social science and welfare-related subjects, including understanding individuals, families and community.

This course builds your study skills and gives you a strong foundation in areas like sociology, psychology, and politics.

You’ll also develop practical skills in public speaking, event planning, and communication, which can boost your employability in both public and private sectors.

With strong links to employers and agencies, you’ll meet guest speakers and gain real-world insight into social care and community services, connecting classroom learning with actual practice.

Key facts

Excellent student support from the foundation year course team and the University’s wider support services.

Guided opportunities to access structured work experience via our own Centre for Volunteering and Community Leadership (CVCL).

Engage in interactive lectures and seminars with two full days per week taking place in-person on campus, 100% face-to-face.

Future careers

On completing your chosen progression route, you’ll be prepared for a range of professional career opportunities. Graduates have gone on to work in a variety of sectors and roles, including:

Teachers/Lecturers

Project Worker with families in crisis

Substance Misuse Family Practitioner

Team Leader

Outreach and Development Officer

Youth Work Manager

Independent Mental Health Capacity Advocate

Social Worker (after further study)

Family Support Officer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Study skills and Digital Literacy

Understanding Individuals, Families and Communities

Working with Individuals, Families and Communities

Asset-based Community Development

Supporting Well-being and Development

Understanding Welfare Development

Politics and Policy for Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Social Work Community Development View 190 other Bachelors in Social Work in United Kingdom

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

64 points at A2 or flexibility for work experience

BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP

BTEC Diploma: MM

Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points

International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects

T Level: P (D or E)

GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17325 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Additional Details

The tuition is from last year. This year's tuition has not yet been confirmed.

Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / 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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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Preston

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