Health & Social Care
With a growing number of opportunities available in what is now Lancashire's largest employment sector, gaining degree-level qualifications in health and social care offers better job prospects and the chance to progress to more senior roles.
Study for a Degree in Health & Social Care at B&FC
It takes a special kind of person to provide social or nursing care. If you believe that person could be you, then the opportunities to progress your career in this dynamic and evolving sector are rising rapidly. Here's a few reasons to study for a degree in Health & Social Care:
Health and social care workers are in high demand
A wide range of career opportunities in a diverse sector
Make a meaningful and lasting positive impact in someone's life
A sense of fulfilment and purpose in a rewarding career
Student Case Study - Heidi
Why did you decide to study this qualification?
I chose this course because I want to work in substance abuse, supporting adults with addiction. I already work in the sector and this will enable me to progress my career and make the difference I really want to see in people's lives.
Why did you choose B&FC?
I chose B&FC as I had heard lots of good things about studying here and positive feedback.
What have been the benefits of studying here?
Socialising and meeting new people, having some much-needed time to myself and achieving my goals.
What are you hoping to do in the future?
I am hoping to progress at work and take my studies to the next level.
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Excellent onsite training facilities for a practical hands-on learning experience
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Courses that can bridge the gap between school and entry into key worker professions
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Employment-focused programmes tailored with local care providers
Affording your Course
We know that people are concerned about the costs associated with studying for a degree and also if having a degree will be worth it once they graduate. Here are just a few things to think about before you make a final decision.
- There really is nothing to pay up front if you are a UK resident and haven't previously completed an equivalent degree-level qualification
- You can get a tuition fee loan to cover course fees and repayments don't kick in until after you graduate and are earning at least £25K
- Even when you're earning £30,000, the repayments are only £37.50 per month - about the same cost as an average takeaway for two
- Eligible students can also get help towards living and childcare costs and there are other bursaries and grants you can apply for
- What's more, according to a recent report. graduates, on average, earn approximately £5K more than their non-graduate counterparts. That's around £300 extra per month
"I'm actually better off doing my degree than I was doing a part-time job. If I'd realised how much financial support was available, I wouldn't have put off doing a degree for so long. I'm absolutely loving it and my job prospects are already so much better."
- Yvonne, Degree-level Student
"With working part-time, I've found I can fit my course in really well. The support from the tutors has been amazing.
"I don't think I knew how much I was capable of until I started this course. It's shown me a lot about what I can achieve. I never thought I'd do that. "
- Sarah
Learning Support Available
We offer a range of services to support you across all areas of student life, with specialist support available for students with disabilities.
- Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs)
- One-to-one and group learning support sessions
- Pre-degree preparation workshops
- IT Support
What's Next?
Explore our Health & Social Care courses above.
Check out our Prospectus for Degrees.
Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.
Visit our Admissions: Higher Education page - here you can find more information on our Admission process, Accomodation, Policies & Procedures, Entry requirements, Scholarship & Bursaries and FAQs.
Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions about degree-level study in Health & Social Care at B&FC.