Health and Social Care (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
Overview Updated 17/12/2019
Our Health and Social Care Top-up course focuses on the context within which health and social problems arise and includes an in-depth examination of social care policy and contemporary health issues.
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Assessments
A variety of assessment methods are used on the Health and Social Care Top-up including case studies, presentations, essays and one examination.
Course Details
The Top-up degree consists of a Health and Social Care dissertation, a taught module on Social Change and Communities and two overarching health modules on Ethical Issues and Integrated Perspectives on Disease. The course provides you with the key skills needed for working within the health and social care sector.
Contacts
Course enquiries
study@northampton.ac.uk
Application status enquiries
admissions2020@northampton.ac.uk
Current student enquiries
SID@northampton.ac.uk
International student enquiries
international@northampton.ac.uk
Enquire online
Online enquiry form
Applying for 2020
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Office hours:
Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
Fri: 9am – 4.30pm
Phone Call
Home / EU: 0300 303 2772
International: +44 (0)1604 894503
Entry Requirements
You will need to have completed a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or an equivalent higher education qualification to be eligible for this course.
For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.
If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.
English Language Requirements
All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
for study at undergraduate level
For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.
Course Content
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Social and Community Development Dissertation (40 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SWK4001Core Module Y
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Housing and Community Living (20 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SWK3023Core Module N
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Ethical, Legal and Social Issues in Health (20 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SLS3006Core Module N
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Integrated Perspectives on Disease (20 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SLS3007Core Module N
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Collaborating for Social Change (20 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SWK3026Core Module N
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Substance Use in Context (20 Credits) Credits)
Module code: SWK3027Core Module N
Module information is quoted for 19/20 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.
Facilities &
Special Features
A variety of teaching and learning approaches are used within this Top-up including lectures, self-directed learning, seminars, group work and e-learning. Tutorial support is also provided by course tutors and dissertation supervisors.
Postgraduate Opportunities
Further your Study
Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Our postgraduate qualifications will give you a CV that will catch the eye of employers.
Research
We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.
Visit our Research Hub page for more information.
Business and Enterprise
We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.
Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.
Fees & Funding
2020/21 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,450 per 20 credit module
2019/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,400 per 20 credit module
Additional Costs
Additional costs will be incurred if you decide to participate in trips and visits as part of your course. The exact cost will depend upon the location chosen for the trip.
Please note that tuition fees for EU students will remain the same as UK fees for 2020/21. For more information, please visit the Gov UK website.
2020/21 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £12,900
2019/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,750
International scholarships
For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.
Additional Costs
Additional costs will be incurred if you decide to participate in trips and visits as part of your course. The exact cost will depend upon the location chosen for the trip.
Scholarships
EU and International Scholarships
We’re committed to offering the opportunity to study in the UK to the best and brightest students from around the world.
TD Lewis Scholarship
The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000. This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…
The Chancellor's Fund
The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply. The…
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Discover your Course
Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.
Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.
To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.
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Career Opportunities
This course provides you with the knowledge and skills to enable you to undertake a range of health and social care roles in both community and formal settings.
In addition, you have the opportunity to apply for graduate training in social work or nursing, or employment within the charitable or voluntary sectors.
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Further your Study
Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Our postgraduate qualifications will give you a CV that will catch the eye of employers.
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We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.
Visit our Research Hub page for more information.
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We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.
Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.
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*Course data provided by Unistats