Health & Social Care

Turn your passion into purpose through Health & Social Care at Birmingham Newman University.

Explore how care, wellbeing and social justice shape lives and communities, with a strong focus on inclusion, ethics and professional practice. Whether your interests lie in public health, safeguarding, leadership or community development, our subject area offers diverse pathways that help you support others, reflect deeply and make a meaningful impact.

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Health and Social Care Courses

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BSc Single Honours Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year)

Start date:: Various

BSc Single Honours Health and Social Care

Start date:: September 2026

Practice-Based Learning Opportunities

Apply your knowledge through placements, insight days and sector-led projects that connect theory with real-world care environments.

Inclusive Teaching and Support

Benefit from small-group learning, personalised academic guidance and a community that values diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Expertise Across Care Sectors

Learn from lecturers with professional experience in public health, safeguarding, social work and community development.

Career-Focused Curriculum Design

Study modules shaped by employer needs, preparing you for roles in health promotion, social care, policy and leadership.

Meet our staff

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Phil Harper

Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Bonnie Bullivant

Senior Lecturer in Health & Social Care

Flexible and focused learning. Choose from undergraduate and top-up degrees, including routes with foundation years and applied options. Flexible study modes support work, family and/or voluntary commitments, allowing you to progress at a pace that suits your goals.

Supportive and empowering learning. Learn from experienced lecturers and researchers with backgrounds in health, social care and community work. Small-group teaching, work placements and visiting speakers create an environment where you can grow academically, personally and professionally.

Study in a way that suits you. Experience the vibrant community of our campus, enriched by insight days, guest lectures and practical learning, or take advantage of blended and online options for greater flexibility.

Health & Social Care at Birmingham Newman University prepares you for a wide range of careers and further study. You will graduate with the confidence, compassion and transferable skills valued across health, social care, education and the voluntary sector.

FAQs

What do I need to study Health & Social Care at university?

To study at Birmingham Newman University, you’ll typically need 112 UCAS points. We welcome applications from a wide range of educational and personal backgrounds, including mature learners and those with non-traditional qualifications. Foundation year routes are available for those who need additional preparation.

What jobs can I get with a Health & Social Care degree?

Graduates go on to careers in health promotion, social care, safeguarding, community development, policy work and leadership roles. The degree also prepares you for further study, including postgraduate qualifications and professional training.

What do you study on this degree?

You’ll explore topics such as public health, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, social policy, research methods and leadership. Modules include clinical skills, epidemiology and applied ethics. You’ll also complete a final-year dissertation on a topic relevant to your interests or career goals.

How is the course assessed at university?

Assessment is varied and includes essays, reports, presentations, digital portfolios, case studies and research projects. Birmingham Newman University provides regular feedback and one-to-one support to help you grow in confidence and develop your professional voice.

How much does the degree cost and what funding can I get?

For UK students, tuition fees are £9,535 per year for 2025-26. Fees are reviewed annually and may increase in line with inflation. Birmingham Newman University offers financial support including bursaries, scholarships and flexible payment plans. No fees are paid upfront, and repayments begin only once you earn over £25,000 per year. International students should check the university’s website for current fees and scholarship opportunities.