How long is the Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) FdA at University of Central Lancashire?

The FdA in Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) at University of Central Lancashire has a duration of 3 Years.

What are the entry requirements for Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) at University of Central Lancashire?

A-levels: See entry requirements. UCAS points: 64 points. BTEC: MPP.

Is Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) at University of Central Lancashire full-time or part-time?

This FdA is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) course taught?

The course is taught at Burnley.

Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year)

Name: Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year)
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University of Central Lancashire

Last updated 24 March 2026

Undergraduate FdA Full-time 3 Years HealthSocial work, childhood, and youth studies

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

About this course

Course overview

Want to work in the growing health and social care sector? Our FdA Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) is a great option and a stepping stone to other studies too.

Why study with us

You will have the opportunity for international travel and work experience, including volunteering experience in countries such as Zambia and Kenya.

This course can lead to studying Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department Practice and Sports Therapy.

Simulated learning experience is provided for health students within contemporary skills laboratories including a community flat and counselling and consultation rooms.

What you'll do

You’ll complete two practice placement modules to apply your skills and knowledge in an area of practice that interests you.

Examine the theoretical concept of reflective practice and apply system-based knowledge of anatomy and physiology to practice.

You’ll develop and enhance your self-awareness and interpersonal skills alongside gaining an insight into the importance of evidence-based practice within Health and Social Care.

Future careers

Graduates of our Health and Social Care Foundation Degree go on to careers in health and social care as well further related study.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades See entry requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 64 points

BTEC MPP

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: FdA

Location: Burnley

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: FdA

Location: Preston

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

3111 Laboratory technicians 2119 Natural and social science professionals 2223 Speech and language therapists 1172 Social services managers and directors 2461 Social workers 1171 Health services and public health managers and directors

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Course Details

Qualification: Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 3 Years
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Burnley
Scheme: Undergraduate
Subjects: Health, Social work, childhood, and youth studies

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University of Central Lancashire

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