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Foundation Degree - FD

Community, Public Health and Social Care

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Community, Public Health and Social Care course at University Centre Calderdale College.

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A level

C,D

We would normally expect applicants to have a minimum of UCAS 48 tariff points. Applicants will have to evidence a suitable level of English, ideally through a GCSE, Key Skills, Functional Skills or equivalent qualification.

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L6L2

Here's what University Centre Calderdale College says about its Community, Public Health and Social Care course.

his course will give you the knowledge and understanding to tackle key questions around public health, social care and community engagement, leading to a fuller understanding of the sector and its vital role in society UCAS Code: L6L2

This course has been developed in line with the University Centre’s commitment to supporting enhanced professional practice to meet sector needs.

Level 4 Modules:

Introduction to Evidence-based Practice Safe Practice in Health and Social Care Principles of Care Introduction to Public Health in Practice Contemporary Issues in Health and Social Care Effective Communication and Inclusive Individualised Support Level 5 Modules:

Understanding the Research Process Advocacy and Approaches to Person-centred Practice Health Promotion in Practice Mental Health and Wellbeing Leading Change in Health and Social Care Managing Challenging Behaviour The programme aims to develop the skills necessary for professional work and is based on the belief that you need to ‘learn by doing’. Our aim is to develop the knowledge and professional skills required to work successfully in public health, social care and community engagement. It has been developed with a focus on ‘community’, through engagement with community groups, community-based health and social care employers and voluntary organisations.

The specialist modules in this programme will develop your skills and understanding of Community, Public Health and Social Care studies and related ideas such as community cohesion and the role of research methods in improving professional practice. The programme will develop students’ skills and understanding of health and social care settings, person centred care, safeguarding and leading inclusive best practice for progression into employment or further study. You will be encouraged to think critically to support your learning of ideas, concepts and research combined with real world practice.

Important Links:

Click HERE for the programme specification. For a full list of the University Centre’s regulations and policies please click HERE. Click HERE for The Open University Regulations for Validated Awards. Click HERE for the University Centre Terms & Conditions.

Source: University Centre Calderdale College

Course details

Qualification

Foundation Degree - FD

Department

Science and Health Industries

Location

Calderdale College Main Site | Halifax

Duration

2 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Social care

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£7,950 per year
Scotland£7,950 per year
Wales£7,950 per year
Northern Ireland£7,950 per year

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