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Adult Health and Social Care
- FdA
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- University Centre
- Awarded by:
- Lancaster University
Course summary
This programme is designed for those working or wishing to work within the adult health and social care sector. This may include those working in a variety of settings such as dementia care, domiciliary care, drug and alcohol services and support services for those with mental health concerns. Roles would include supervisory/team leader posts in dementia care specialist, domiciliary, drug and alcohol practitioners and mental health support. In line with the need for more integrated and collaborative working this will also include those working in NHS and the voluntary sector.
The Foundation Degree in Adult Health and Social Care allows you to formulate robust links from theory to practice supporting you to become a compassionate and effective practitioner within the sector.
You will learn knowledge and expertise sought by sector employers, such as employability skills, research skills, problem solving skills and critical thinking. There will be opportunity to explore the key contemporary topics within the sector such as health inequalities, analysing how they are being addressed. Through the links forged with sector employers you will broaden your knowledge of pertinent topics within the field required of a resilient, effective and compassionate practitioner.
The unique features of this programme is that it works in conjunction with a range of sector specialist that inform and contribute to the Foundation Degree in Adult Health and Social Care.
Modules
Modules at level 4
Module Title Code Credits Optional?
Introduction to Academic Study SM4MD173 20 No
Reflective Practice and Professional Development SM4MD174 20 No
Legal and Ethical Practice SM4MD175 20 No
Quality Improvement SM4MD176 20 No
Policy and Legalisation in Health and Social Care SM4MD177 20 No
Safeguarding SM4MD178 20 No
Advocacy and Empowerment SM4MD235 20 No
Modules at level 5
Module Title Code Credits Optional?
Work Based Learning SM5MD232 20 No
Developing a Resilient Workforce SM5MD233 20 No
Service Management and Development SM5MD234 20 No
Health Promotion in Health and Social Care SM5MD236 20 No
Equilty in Health and Social Care SM5MD237 20 No
Assessment method
Assessment Method Level 4 Level 5
Coursework 76% 89%
Exam 0% 0%
Practical 24% 11%
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University Centre
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L519
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus Code:
- U
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Blackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L519
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus Code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Pass full Access to Higher Education Diploma in a health-related subject
We will also accept NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Other
- There is a mandatory requirement of a minimum of 4 hours a week of paid or voluntary work in an adult health care setting. and social care setting, proof of this place will be required before commencing the programme.
English language requirements
You will need English GCSE grade 4/C or above or functional skills at level 2 to secure a place on this programme. This will ensure you have the academic skills and knowledge of the health and social care sector to aid your progression onto degree level study
https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/SM1HE127 https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/SM1HE127
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
B&FC may increase tuition fees for future years in line with any inflationary uplift, as determined by the UK government. We will keep you informed of any updates or confirmation from the government on this position.
For further information on government changes to the tuition fees and maintenance loans, please visit The Education HUB on GOV.uk.
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Course contact details
Admissions Office
Email:admissions@blackpool.ac.uk
Phone:01253 504322
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