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BSc (Hons) Health and Social Science

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Science Degree offers an excellent opportunity to tailor your learning experience to meet personal, academic and career goals.

Our BSc (Hons) Health and Social Science Course is formulated to ensure that you will be equipped with valuable practical experience, special work-related skills training, and an increased potential for employment.

The interdisciplinary programme draws on diverse academic disciplines such as public policy, psychology, criminology, communication studies, public health, economics, exercise science, human performance, linguistics, political science, psychology and sociology.

You will gain a critical comprehension of health and social care policy, theory and practice together with an understanding of how complex groups and societies function interact and change. You will learn from our highly qualified academics with expertise across the health and social science field.

Why study this course?

  • If you wish to make a difference to the vulnerable people in society while gaining a well-recognised qualification, this course is for you.
  • This degree is specially designed for those who aspire to pursue a career in the social, wellbeing, health, and voluntary sectors where working with people remains as a key feature.
  • The programme will develop your knowledge and skills through the core modules to advance your practice and enhance career choices.
  • A range of optional modules can be chosen in the final years of the programme to tailor the course to suit your personal interests, improve strengths and fine-tune your career path.

Course details

  • Location

    Regent College London

  • Duration

    3 years

  • Study mode

    In-person

  • Fees

    £ 9,250 per year, £ 13,550 per year (Overseas)

  • Timetable

    Flexible options with weekday, evening, and weekend classes available. Check when you apply.

  • Delivered in partnership with

Full course specification

Modules

  • Health and Wellbeing in the Social World
  • The Social World Sociological Perspective on Health
  • Understanding Contemporary Society
  • Understanding Welfare Policies and Perspectives in Society
  • Contemporary Sociological Debates: The World of Media
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People (Micro Module)
  • Reflection of Character Development (Micro Module)
  • Social Media Fundamentals (Micro Module)
  • Thinking into Character – Personal Development Plan (Micro Module)
  • Research Methods and Practice in Social Science
  • Contemporary Debates and Ethical Issues in Society
  • Developing Personal and Professional Skills
  • The Construction of Gender and Sexuality (Optional)
  • Construction of Welfare State: History and Policy (Optional)
  • Globalisation and Human Rights: Contemporary Debates (Optional)
  • TiC Mental Health and Wellbeing of Adults (Micro Module)
  • TiC Climate Change: Transforming your Organisation for Sustainability (Micro Module)
  • TiC Managing Diverse Teams (Micro Module)
  • TiC Employability and Sutainability (Micro Module)
  • Research Proposal
  • Human Development: Ageing Through the Life Course
  • Dissertation
  • Collaboration and Leadership: Essential Skills in Working Environment (Optional)
  • Vulnerability and The Criminal Justice System (Optional)
  • The Concept of Body in Social Science (Optional)
  • Health; Global Issues and Challenges (Optional)

Career progression

With successful completion, this 3 year degree offers improved career opportunities in the fields of Health and Science. Graduates have found careers in teaching, youth justice, mental health, medical rehabilitation, housing associations, social care, charity organisations and community development. However, there are endless jobs in you can explore with a Health and Social Science Degree.

Entry Requirements

A UCAS Tariff score of 80-96

Minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent)

Proficiency in the English language
  • Dr Morris A Anglin
    Head of School of Health and Sports Science

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