Health, Wellbeing and Social Care Foundation Degree in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, full-time during the day. Fees are £8,500 per year, though student finance may be available to help cover the cost. This two-year health, wellbeing and social care foundation degree qualification combines classroom study with work placements in health, care, and public health settings. You'll build practical knowledge alongside academic understanding, with a strong focus on preparing you for employment or further professional study. Entry requires 48 UCAS tariff points from a Level 3 qualification in a health-related subject, plus GCSE grade 4 or equivalent in English and maths. A DBS check and interview are also required.
Who this course is for
This course will be of specific interest to you if you are seeking to develop or advance your career in health, care or public health. It has been designed to enhance student employability, providing excellent outcomes in either employment or progression to professional study. There is a significant vocational focus to the course and a range of work experiences and/or placement settings are available to you for development of learning in practice. 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
You must have achieved 48 UCAS tariff points from a Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a health related subject (including a relevant T Level qualification). You are required to have GCSE passes at grade 4 (C) or equivalent in English and maths. Related work experience is preferable but not essential. Acceptance for the course is conditional upon a successful Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check) and interview.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing, and social care practice.
You'll develop knowledge of public health and how it shapes care services.
You'll apply learning in real placement settings across health and care environments.
You'll study the social, psychological, and biological factors that affect health.
You'll build skills in research and evidence-based practice.
You'll examine policy and legislation relevant to health and social care.
How you will learn
You'll study through classroom sessions at Middlesbrough College, supported by work experience and placement opportunities in health and care settings. Assessment methods are likely to include written assignments, reports, and practice-based learning. The course has a strong vocational focus, so learning in placement settings forms a significant part of the programme alongside your academic study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before the course begins.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting adults in residential or community settings
Healthcare support worker, assisting clinical teams in NHS or private care
Social care worker, helping individuals with daily living and wellbeing
Public health support officer, working on community health programmes
Mental health support worker, providing care for people with mental health needs
Community health worker, delivering outreach and health promotion
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care or a related nursing or allied health degree, building on your Foundation Degree to reach full honours level.
Professional registration programmes such as nursing (NMC) or social work (Social Work England), for those aiming at regulated professional roles.
Postgraduate study in public health or health management, for those looking to move into leadership or policy roles.
