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BSc Health, Wellbeing and Social Care in Middlesbrough

Cost£9,250
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

£9,250 a year. Contact Middlesbrough College for more info.

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About this course

BSc in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, full-time during the day. Student finance is available, and fees may apply depending on your circumstances. This one-year top-up degree takes you from a Foundation Degree or HND to a full Level 6 BSc. You'll study health, wellbeing and social care in contemporary and global contexts, with scope to focus on areas that match your career interests. Entry requires a related Level 5 qualification, GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths, and an interview with the programme leader.

Who this course is for

This top-up degree course develops your knowledge and understanding of health and wellbeing and the contemporary and global context in which it is delivered. It is ideal if you want to top-up your existing foundation degree or HND to Level 6 and gain graduate employment in the sector. You will study a range of subjects to develop your employment potential within health, social care and community health settings. This course enables you to focus on areas of specific interest, offering a unique learning experience. Click here for programme specification. This programme is validated by the Open University. For information on the OU regulations, fee information, refunds and payment details including annual increases, and accessibility statement please see our Essential Information page.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a related qualification at Level 5 (a Foundation Degree or equivalent). There will be an interview for all applicants with the programme leader. Successful candidates should hold qualifications in English language and mathematics to at least GCSE grade4 or above (A-C). Non-standard entrants are interviewed to assess their ability to complete the course, including a review of their professional experience and training gained in the workplace.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of health and wellbeing in contemporary and global settings.
  • You'll explore policy and practice in health, social care and community health.
  • You'll study specialist areas aligned to your career interests in the sector.
  • You'll build your understanding of professional practice and graduate employment in health and social care.
  • You'll analyse current issues affecting health and wellbeing delivery.

How you will learn

You'll study through classroom-based sessions at Middlesbrough College. The course includes a mix of taught sessions, independent study and assessment. Assessment methods are confirmed by the college at interview and induction. All applicants attend an interview with the programme leader before starting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supporting people in residential or community settings
  • Social care worker, delivering support in adult or children's services
  • Community health worker, promoting wellbeing in local communities
  • Health and wellbeing coordinator, planning programmes for organisations
  • Support worker, helping people with complex needs live independently
  • Case worker, managing care plans for individuals and families

What you could study next

With a full BSc in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care, you could progress to postgraduate study. A Postgraduate Certificate or Master's in Social Work, Public Health, or Health Services Management would open senior and specialist roles. Some graduates pursue professional registration routes, such as Social Work England registration, which requires a recognised postgraduate Social Work qualification.

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