Health and Social Care - BSc (Hons) in Keele United Kingdom | Keele University

Do you want to make a real impact in society while helping its most vulnerable members? Our Health and Social Care BSc gives you the knowledge, professional skills, and hands-on experience needed to excel in this rewarding field. You'll learn how to support individuals, work with families, and create positive change while building a fulfilling career that makes a difference.Program overviewExplore key aspects of health and social care in the UK and worldwide, focusing on current challenges affecting wellbeing and service delivery. You'll gain specialized skills that prepare you for various professional roles, including positions in the NHS (non-clinical), local government, youth services, criminal justice advocacy, children's residential care, and private/voluntary social care organizations.The curriculum covers essential theories and concepts, examining how political and cultural factors influence equality, diversity, and inclusion. You'll study topics like mental health, diseases (both communicable and non-communicable), health inequalities, social determinants of health, and the legal/ethical frameworks guiding practice.The program also explores how data and digital innovations are transforming healthcare delivery. Through debates, problem-solving exercises, and reflective activities, you'll develop both professional competencies and personal growth.Practical learning components include work-based modules and an optional placement year, helping you build leadership and communication skills while gaining real-world experience in supporting individuals' health and wellbeing across different contexts.Foundation Year optionOur Foundation Year offers an alternative pathway to university, giving you extra preparation for degree-level study with guaranteed progression upon successful completion. This additional year helps strengthen academic skills, expand subject knowledge, and build confidence for higher education.Career prospects95% of Keele graduates secure employment or further study within 15 months (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20). This degree provides transferable skills for various career paths, including:Criminal justice advocacyNHS non-clinical positionsYouth servicesChildren's residential careLocal governmentPrivate/voluntary social care organizationsProgram duration: 3 years (4 years with international study or placement year)