Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care

Introduction

Our full-time Health and Social Care degree in London is tailored for you. Develop the attitudes, abilities and competencies needed to work in a health and social care environment, in the UK or internationally.

As a student at ARU London, you’ll learn from lecturers who have significant industry experience. We’ve involved employers from the healthcare sector in the design of our course, exploring the skill sets that employers are most interested in and ensuring they’re embedded within your learning.

London, which offers world-class private and public healthcare, boasts more than 90 NHS hospitals and a host of private hospitals and social care organisations, offering you unrivalled opportunities in the sector.

Course Options

• 3 years
• 4 years with foundation year

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 3 years
• START DATES: January
• LOCATION: ARU London
• ENTRY: UCAS code: L500
• FEES:
  • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £16,700 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and Assessment

Year 1

• Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Academic and Professional Skills
• Health and Safety in Care Settings
• The Health and Social Care Professional

Year 2

• Lifecycle Development
• Principles and Practice of Safeguarding
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Health Promotion
• Sustainability in Career Development

Year 3

• Comparative Healthcare Systems
• Contemporary Issues in Healthcare
• Leadership and Change Management
• Undergraduate Major Project Health

Entry Requirements

• ARU London's standard offer is 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, eg BCC.
• Alternatively, ARU London asks for:
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC.
  • Scottish Highers: BBCCC.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a business-related subject.
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points.
• All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Fees and Paying for University

Tuition Fees and Student Loans for UK Students (2025/26)

• £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Tuition Fees for International Students (2025/26)

• £16,700 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Facilities

• Campus facilities:
  • two campuses with PC-equipped study areas
  • libraries including core texts and wider reading
  • multiple study pods, perfect for group work or personal study.
• Student support:
  • our Personal Development Tutor Scheme, which is your first point of contact for enquiries about your studies, with regular sessions on academic progression and development
  • experienced wellbeing advisors and counsellors offering assistance with mental, physical, medical, and/or learning conditions
  • learning resources that are available to all students. Learn, at different stages, the Microsoft Office suite, increasing your study and employability skills.

Careers

In the UK, the healthcare sector currently employs over 4 million people. With 18% growth projected, graduates who can demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of relevant business concepts and first-hand experience in the sector will be in great demand.

We also offer an MBA in Health and Social Care so that you can further your knowledge as a postgraduate student, and enhance your career options in one of the regulated professions such as social work, nursing or physiotherapy.