Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH

Level 5 Core

Level 5

Level 6 Core

Level 6

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Programme Structure

Are Level 3 NVQs acceptable? Accepted in a relevant subject for Mature Applicants who meet other specified criteria (see notes

Are Level 3 NVQs acceptable? Accepted in a relevant subject for Mature Applicants who meet other specified criteria (see notes Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Grades / subjects required: 112</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Grades / subjects required: 112</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Further information: Pass in relevant kite-marked course. Pass QAA Accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Health or Science related subject area.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Further information: Pass in relevant kite-marked course. Pass QAA Accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Health or Science related subject area.</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or <a href="https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/international-entry-requirements">equivalent English language proficiency test</a>.

6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or <a href="https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/international-entry-requirements">equivalent English language proficiency test</a>. Offerings: All

We will accept FETAC in a relevant subject area (Health/Science)
Students will also be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Mature entry
Enquiries are encouraged from students from non-standard academic backgrounds who can demonstrate motivation and potential to complete their chosen programme of study. Mature students are encouraged to apply early in order that proper consideration and academic guidance can be given.

We will accept FETAC in a relevant subject area (Health/Science)
Students will also be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Mature entry
Enquiries are encouraged from students from non-standard academic backgrounds who can demonstrate motivation and potential to complete their chosen programme of study. Mature students are encouraged to apply early in order that proper consideration and academic guidance can be given. Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Welsh Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Welsh Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>International Baccalaureate: Yes</li>
<li>Additional information: 112 UCAS points required</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>International Baccalaureate: Yes</li>
<li>Additional information: 112 UCAS points required</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

As part of LJMU’s commitment to widening access we offer eligible students entry to their chosen course at a reduced threshold of up to 16/8 UCAS points. This applies if you are a student who has been in local authority care or if you have participated in one of LJMU’s sustained outreach initiatives, e.g. Summer University. Please contact the admission office for further details.

As part of LJMU’s commitment to widening access we offer eligible students entry to their chosen course at a reduced threshold of up to 16/8 UCAS points. This applies if you are a student who has been in local authority care or if you have participated in one of LJMU’s sustained outreach initiatives, e.g. Summer University. Please contact the admission office for further details. Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Minimum number of A Levels required: 2</li>
<li>Is general studies acceptable? Yes</li>
<li>Average A Level offer: BBC</li>
<li>Are AS level awards acceptable? Yes</li>
<li>Maximum AS Level points accepted: Yes maximum of 20 points</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Minimum number of A Levels required: 2</li>
<li>Is general studies acceptable? Yes</li>
<li>Average A Level offer: BBC</li>
<li>Are AS level awards acceptable? Yes</li>
<li>Maximum AS Level points accepted: Yes maximum of 20 points</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Additional information: Merit grade in a health/health science/science based subject</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Additional information: Merit grade in a health/health science/science based subject</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>Technical Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Diploma: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Extended Diploma: Acceptable on its own in a relevant subject area</li>
<li>Technical Foundation Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Introductory Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Subsidiary Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Technical Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Diploma: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Extended Diploma: Acceptable on its own in a relevant subject area</li>
<li>Technical Foundation Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Introductory Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>Technical Subsidiary Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>National Certificate (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Extended Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Diploma subjects / grades required: Health or Science related subject area</li>
<li>National Extended Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: DMM in a health or science related subject area</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>National Certificate (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Extended Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Diploma subjects / grades required: Health or Science related subject area</li>
<li>National Extended Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications</li>
<li>National Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: DMM in a health or science related subject area</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:
<ul>
<li>Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths</li>
<li>NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading</li>
<li>Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English</li>
<li>Higher Diploma in Maths/English</li>
<li>Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/English</li>
<li>Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number</li>
<li>Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number</li>
</ul>
The Faculty of Health will accept Edge Hill University’s equivalence tests in English and mathematics as an alternative to the GCSE requirements. For further information, please go to Edgehill Equivalency Tests or email edgehilltests@edgehill.ac.uk

Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:
<ul>
<li>Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths</li>
<li>NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading</li>
<li>Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English</li>
<li>Higher Diploma in Maths/English</li>
<li>Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/English</li>
<li>Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number</li>
<li>Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number</li>
</ul>
The Faculty of Health will accept Edge Hill University’s equivalence tests in English and mathematics as an alternative to the GCSE requirements. For further information, please go to Edgehill Equivalency Tests or email edgehilltests@edgehill.ac.uk Offerings: All

No interview required Offerings: All

Appraise global, environmental and planetary dimensions of health and social care

Manage self as an independent and autonomous lifelong learner

Demonstrate independent thought, judgement and initiative

Demonstrate sensitivity to the values and interests of others in order to appreciate the diversity of human needs, and understand how they can be addressed through health and social care provision

Draw on authoritative research and research methodologies to locate, review and evaluate research findings relevant to health and social care issues, across a range of disciplines

Recognise and apply the key elements of and conditions for an inclusive community and society

Evaluate issues relating to development throughout the life course with emphasis on children, young people and later life

Evaluate a variety of social, welfare, health and legal policy responses that impact on individuals, families and communities

Evaluate the means by which the social sciences establish and contests knowledge and how this may inform practice and service provision in health and social care

Develop a critical appreciation of cultural diversity within society and its potential impact on health and well-being

Analyse, evaluate and apply a range of theoretical debates and concepts in relation to working in health and social care settings

Critically explore comparisons within and between health and social care systems and modes of delivery

Critically evaluate ethical perspectives and the diversity of values associated with health and well-being

Appraise the issues relating to the health and well being of individuals, families and communities

Present and develop ideas in an informed, coherent, confident and convincing manner

Interpret information and data from a variety of sources

Critically compare between a range of health and social care contexts, such as between individual and institutional contexts, or between national, international and global contexts

Apply appropriate academic skills which are consistent with study at graduate level

Apply knowledge and skills in a variety of contexts

Examine the processes relating to supporting, safeguarding and empowering individuals, families and communities throughout the life course

Course Catalogue

Health and Social Care - 36429 - BA (Hons)