BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Sandwich Year in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

During the Health and Social Care program, we strive to help you investigate, debate, and assess healthcare systems and social services from multiple viewpoints. You'll study the evolution of health and welfare services, analyze various professional responsibilities, consider opportunities for patient participation, and evaluate worldwide health concerns along with governmental policies. Furthermore, you'll engage in discussions about crucial social welfare topics including disability rights, equity, mental wellness, and societal health factors. The program also seeks to provide insight into collaborative challenges in healthcare, patient engagement, and how integrated health and social services can enhance care quality. These insights will ready you for diverse career opportunities in mental health support, domestic violence services, or public health organizations, while also laying groundwork for advanced studies in health and social care disciplines.

Throughout your studies, we'll motivate you to investigate various career options while gaining insights into modern practices within Health and Social Care through interactions with professionals, graduates, and organizations. You'll receive guidance to cultivate essential professional competencies (including individual counseling, teamwork, interviewing techniques, and public speaking) during your coursework. We'll support your participation in volunteer work and leverage our connections with regional employers to boost your career prospects. Additional career-focused workshops covering different specialties and job search strategies are offered year-round. The competencies gained through this program will enhance your professional readiness, equipping you with the distinctive qualities of a Northumbria graduate - independent thinking, teamwork skills, and innovative application of knowledge.