BSc (Hons) Health and Care (Top-Up)*
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Designed for career starters and existing healthcare professionals looking to boost their practice-ready skills. Get the future-focused foundations you need to supercharge your career in healthcare.
About the BSc (Hons) Health and Care (Top-Up)*
Get the best start to your healthcare career.
Developing expertise across a range of practice areas, you’ll become a confident professional ready to take on challenges in diverse healthcare settings. With modules on global health, sustainability and digital innovation you’ll future proof your career while gaining the skills to ensure you’re able to make an impact from day one.
What you'll study
Develop a systematic understanding of health and social care systems, leadership and ethical practices.
Improve care delivery and patient outcomes through evidence-based decision-making
Foster critical thinking, communication, and collaboration to address complex health and social case challenges
Promote adaptability and innovation by integrating emerging technologies and sustainable practices
Enhance communication and interdisciplinary teamwork to support diverse populations effectively
Empower individuals to advocate for equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care settings
Entry requirements
The entry requirements to study the BSc (Hons) Health and Care (Top-Up) are as follows:
Health related diploma or equivalent: or
240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject
If you do not meet these requirements but have other qualifications or work experience, get in touch so we can review your options.
Course details
£13,000
What can I do after the BSc (Hons) Health and Care (Top-Up)?
Course structure
Global Health and Sustainability (20 credits)
Investigate the profound effects of climate change and environmental factors on health, exploring global health policy and governance frameworks. You’ll cultivate a holistic understanding of global health through discussions of cultural sensitivity, ethics, and technological innovations. Develop the knowledge and skills needed to navigate health and social care settings, addressing pressing global health challenges sustainably.
Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
This module will ensure you’re able to lead and manage effectively within health and social care settings. Exploring organisational structures underpinning service delivery and managers’ roles and functions in fostering efficient and ethical practices, you’ll develop communication strategies and skills in effective resource management. You will also explore change management and adaptability, preparing you to navigate dynamic environments while proactively addressing challenges.
Health Law, Policy and Governance in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal, policy, and governance frameworks that shape health and social care systems. You will explore critical topics such as legal and regulatory structures, patient rights, and health policy development, analysing their impact on care delivery and advocacy. You will also study global health policy and international governance, emphasising the interconnectedness of health systems worldwide.
Integrative Care and Collaborative Practice in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Examine key topics including integrated care systems, effective communication, role delineation in interdisciplinary teams, and coordinating transitional and continuity of care. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of liaison and case management in complex care, as well as collaborative decision-making, and goal-setting within patient-centred frameworks.
Project (40 credits)
This module emphasises research, critical thinking, and self-directed learning, providing students with the tools to explore health and social care principles and practices in depth. Building your portfolio through a professional project, you’ll deepen your understanding of health and social care services while enhancing your readiness for professional roles or further study.
How you'll study
Contact hours
Full-time students will typically receive eight contact hours per week and will need to devote at least 30 hours a week to study.
Learning materials
All required learning materials are provided online, reflecting modern working practices and minimising our environmental impact. Print on demand versions are available for students with specific learning needs.
Types of assessment
The programme features a variety of assessments, including:
Examinations
Assignments
Proficiencies in practice
Examinations will be both written and electronic including assessment techniques which may include elements or multiple-choice questions and maybe unseen or part-seen, where assessment material is released in advance.
BPP University offers flexibility in how these assessments are undertaken, and the programme will utilise online tools where available to deliver assessments. On occasion, some assessments may require attendance at a physical location.
Full details on BPP University's feedback policy on examinations and assessment can be found in the Manual of Policies and Procedures here.
Learning support
Access a full range of learning support services for students with any specialist learning needs. View learning support services.
Dates and locations
Rolling start dates across the academic year
Fees and funding
Fees
A deposit of £350 will need to be paid within 48 hours of accepting your offer in order to secure your place.
In addition to your fees, there may be additional charges associated with your studies if you need to resit an assessment. See full details
Funding options
We offer a range of funding options and loans to help you finance your studies.
We offer a number of scholarships and bursaries to high achievers and to those who might not have the finances to go to university, but have the ability, commitment and dedication.
Why study at BPP University?
Studying as an international student
We welcome students from around the world, offering a culturally diverse study environment, with our specialist service helping choose your study location, correct visa, finance options and even somewhere to live.
We’re also a Student Sponsor and are fully recognised and accredited as a Higher Education Institution.