Your prospectus
Take a look through your personalised prospectus which is tailored specifically to match your interests and academic goals. Your prospectus provides an overview of your chosen course, campus locations and facilities, and other opportunities available when studying at London Metropolitan University.
Health and Social Care with Foundation Year
Do you aspire to build a successful health and social care career, or perhaps specialise in housing management?
This programme is designed to help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to start a professional career in the health and social care sector. The programme is aligned with the standards specified by Skills for Health (the Skills Council for the NHS). Upon completion of the course, you’ll be able to demonstrate to prospective employers that your advanced skills conform to the National Occupational Standards (NOS).
This course explicitly supports the development of your academic skills. It equips you with the personal and professional skills necessary not only for your studies but also for successful engagement with graduate-level opportunities in the workplace.
The course is also fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), so if you choose to specialise in housing you’ll receive free student membership of the CIH.
Key aims of Foundation Year:
- Spend a year building up essential study skills and foundational knowledge
- Bridge the gap between school and university
- Adjust to life as a university student
- Progress onto your chosen specialist undergraduate degree the following year
Level of study:
Undergraduate
Entry requirements:
32 UCAS points
Tuition fees:
£9,535 per year
Duration:
4 years
Start dates:
November, April, August
Mode of study:
Full-time blended learning: Daytime or Evening and Weekend
Your future
The health and social care sector in the UK, including public health roles, had an average of 132,000 vacancies in the first quarter of 2024 (Gov.uk). This sector offers diverse career opportunities across various roles and contexts. Completing the degree provides excellent prospects in the NHS, voluntary, or independent sectors, such as social enterprises, charity organisations, or housing associations [accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Housing is an advantage for this path]. You can focus on areas like quality, commissioning, policy, research, public health, and service management. Potential career routes after this course include but are not limited to:
- Health administration
- Care management
- Education
- Community development
- Social work [additional qualification required]
By studying through our blended learning model, you will enhance your employability by demonstrating your ability to succeed in a digital learning environment.
Your campus
Our centres are located in the heart of three of the UK’s biggest cities, London, Birmingham and Manchester.
London Metropolitan University is a
Top 5
UK university based on student satisfaction
The Complete University Guide, 2025
Top 10
UK university for teaching quality
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024
Your support
Students have access to a wide range of support during their studies from our expert teams and are encouraged to utilise their services to support them personally and academically. Take a look at what our students say about the services on offer, and find out more below.
Student Futures and Careers
You'll receive in-depth advice and assistance with your career development. Our Student Futures and Careers team offer a range of support to ensure you are exposed to the best possible options for work experience and career opportunities.
Academic Help Hub
The Academic Help Hub is a service provided by our academics, offering individual programme support from one email address, making it quick and straightforward for students to get the support they need when they need it.
Welfare Team
We have a dedicated and friendly Welfare Team in place for your support, as well as a counselling service and mental health practitioners; whether you think your issue is big or small, they are here to support you.
Academic Community of Excellence (ACE) Team
The Academic Community of Excellence (ACE) Team has years of experience providing academic guidance to our students and helping them achieve excellence in their courses.
Library Team
Our campus libraries and librarians are here to help you find the resources you need in order to succeed in your studies. You will be met by friendly staff who will be more than happy to assist you in sourcing information and making sure you can work in a quiet environment.
Accommodation Team
Moving away from home for university is a huge part of the student experience and finding the right accommodation can seem like a daunting task. Our team can help you and find the best option for you.
Study your way with blended learning
The world is fast becoming a digital-focussed society, with blended (or hybrid) working now a permanent feature for many businesses globally. The ability to effectively study in a blended learning environment will help you succeed in the workforce and enhance your career prospects. For those who are looking to combine studying for a degree with work or caring responsibilities, blended learning also offers a solution combining both online and in-person learning.
Our approach to blended learning combines timetabled live online learning with timetabled face-to-face on-campus sessions. We have designed this approach following student feedback to offer the best of both live online and on-campus learning opportunities.
Ability to study full-time whilst balancing other commitments
Recordings of live online sessions to watch back when preparing for assessments
Reduce the cost and time travelling to campus
Experience a vibrant campus community, access the study facilities and student support services on campus and virtually
Live online sessions allow for real-time interaction and engagement during your class
Evening and weekend study options to balance your studies with your personal life
Your next steps
Are you interested in studying our course or do you have more questions? Our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way. We understand that choosing the right course and campus location is a significant decision, and we are committed to providing you with all the information and support you need to help you with your decision.
