1. Deepening understanding of adult support needs and challenges
2. Enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills
3. Developing effective communication and interpersonal skills
4. Promoting person-centred and inclusive practices
5. Fostering leadership and management abilities

1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Good grades in subjects like mathematics, economics, business studies, or other relevant subjects.
3. Foundation Degree in social care practice (typically required).
4. Good communication and analytical skills.
5. A willingness to think critically and challenge.
6. An open mind to different cultures and perspectives.

1. Health and social care policy
2. Human development and lifespan studies
3. Mental health and well-being
4. Disability studies
5. Law and ethics in social care
6. Research methods and evidence-based practice
7. Social Policy and Practice
8. Transitions and Lifespan Development
9. Developing Leadership in Practice
10. Negotiated Project

1. Lectures
2. Seminars
3. Group discussions
4. Case studies
5. Practical workshops
6. Work-based learning

1. Introduction to Business
2. Business Economics
3. Business Law
4. Financial Accounting
5. Marketing Principles
6. Operations Management
7. Research Methods
8. Business Strategy
9. Human Resource Management
10. Management Accounting
11. Marketing Management
12. Organisational Behaviour
13. Quantitative Methods for Business
14. E-commerce
15. Entrepreneurship
16. International Business
17. Project Management
18. Supply Chain Management
19. Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
20. Dissertation or Major Project
21. Business Analytics
22. Digital Marketing
23. Financial Risk Management
24. Innovation and Technology Management
25. Strategic Management

1. Essays
2. Reports
3. Presentations
4. Reflective journals
5. Practical assessments
6. Examinations

This programme may vary depending on the institutions and countries, but the general standard options in the UK are:

1. 01 years (Full-time).

1. Lecture Halls
2. Seminar Rooms
3. Computer Labs
4. Libraries
5. Study Spaces
6. Learning Resource Centers
7. Simulation Suites
8. Skills Labs
9. Practice Rooms
10. Clinical Placement Facilities
11. Community Partnership Sites
12. Academic Advising Offices
13. Career Services
14. Student Support Services
15. Counselling Services
16. Disability Support Services
17. Student Union
18. Cafeterias
19. Student Residences
20. Sports Facilities
21. Student Health Centers

1. Residential care
2. Community care
3. Substance abuse and rehabilitation
4. Custodial environments
5. Home care agencies
6. NHS trusts
7. Local authorities
8. Voluntary organisations
9. Care Worker
10. Support Worker
11. Dementia Care Specialist
12. Mental Health Support Worker
13. Learning Disability Support Worker
14. Care Home Manager
15. Team Leader
16. Social Worker
17. Health Care Assistant
18. Senior Care Assistant
19. Care Coordinator
20. Residential Care Officer
21. Domiciliary Care Worker
22. Home Care Assistant
23. Care Assistant
24. Care Practitioner
25. Care Giver
26. Care Attendant
27. Healthcare Assistant

1. Tuition fees are £15,090 per year and may vary depending on the institution.
2. Scholarships, grants, and financial opportunities are available.
3. Government loan aid is available.

1. FdA/FdSc or equivalent Level 5 qualification
2. GCSE English grade C or 4 or equivalent
3. IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all skills
4. Higher Secondary Certificate with a GPA of 4.5.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
6. A strong academic record

1. Internship opportunities - Students may work in hospital settings to gain experience in supporting patients and their families.
2. Fieldwork opportunities - Students may be placed in care homes to gain experience in providing care to older adults and individuals with disabilities.
3. Volunteer work opportunities - Students may volunteer or work with organisations that provide services to vulnerable adults, such as homeless shelters or community centres.

1. Care Certificate
2. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
3. Dementia Care Certificate
4. Mental Health First Aid Certificate
5. Learning Disability Certificate
6. Certificate in Palliative Care
7. Certificate in End-of-Life Care
8. Certificate in Nutrition and Hydration
9. Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control
10. Certificate in Safeguarding Adults
11. Certificate in Autism Awareness
12. Certificate in Challenging Behaviour
13. Certificate in Communication Skills
14. Certificate in Person-Centred Care
15. Certificate in Risk Assessment
16. Certificate in Health and Safety
17. Certificate in Equality and Diversity
18. Certificate in First Aid
19. Certificate in Moving and Handling
20. Certificate in Medication Administration
21. Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
22. Diploma in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care
23. Diploma in Social Work
24. Master's Degree in Social Work
25. PhD in Social Work

Typically, it takes twice a year (fall and spring), but may vary like:

1. Fall (September/October)
2. Spring (January/February)
3. Summer (May/June)

"I have always had an interest in politics and the inequalities faced within society and so I knew that Health and Social Care Policy was a perfect choice. During my placement at the end of second year I worked in the NI Assembly’s Research and Information Service. This enabled me to gain confidence in carrying out research." Says - "Rebecca Hunt, Final Year Health and Social Care Policy."