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CertHE Health and Social Care at University of Gloucestershire

University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This course will provide you with a valuable foundation year by developing your understanding of the health and social care professions, academic confidence and ability. The course also guarantees an interview for entry to professional Health and Social Care degrees at University of Gloucestershire.

Faculty: School of Education, Health & Science  |  Department: Health and Social Care  |  Duration: 9 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027; September 2028  |  Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Reflection in the Workplace 1, Interpersonal Skills for the Caring Professional, Social Science Perspectives, Introduction to Mental Health, Policy Context, Exploring Health and Social Care professions, Academic skills for health and social care.

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Entry requirements

48 UCAS tariff points, DD at A levels, PPP at BTEC or a Pass in your T Level. If you are using a combination of qualifications to achieve the required UCAS tariff points, they must either include at least 2 A levels, a BTEC or an equivalent qualification. If you are unsure whether we could make you an offer or you have any questions, just get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. Mature students We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher UCAS code L516.

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate fee per taught year; 2026/27 table, inflationary uplifts may apply in later years. Source

Intake: September 2027; September 2028

Duration: 9 months full-time

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