Course Overview

This degree prepares you for a successful career in a diverse range of job roles within the health and social services sector in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Previous graduates have achieved promotion in their current workplace while others have gone on to work for local authorities, health boards, local and national government agencies and charities. Our aim is to provide an enjoyable and intellectually stimulating course of study that will prepare you for a successful career in the health & social care sector.

General Eligibility

For Year 2 entry: 120 credits at level 7 from a health-related HNC or equivalent. Applicants holding an HNC of 96 credits will be admitted with advanced standing. For Year 3 Entry: 240 points, at least 100 points of which are at SCQF level 8 or above. This will be from a health related HND, DipHE or equivalent. For Year 4 Entry: BA/BSc in an appropriate health or social care discipline. 360 points, which is equivalent to a Scottish Bachelor award. This should be in a health related subject such as Health Studies, Nursing, Paramedic Science or equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

Apprentices will need to be employed by your organization for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Your organization will also need to commit to sponsoring apprentices to complete this qualification.

Language Requirement

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) Overall score 6.0 No sub-test less than 5.5