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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Health and Care Management

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Health and Care Management course at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£15,600 per year
International£15,600 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: HCM1

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Health and Care Management course.

Our BSc health and care management degree programme aims to prepare you for a rewarding career in the health and social care workforce. Our goal is to develop a workforce that can meet strategic governmental objectives and is ready for a lifelong career in the health and care sector.

The Digital Health and Care discipline is evolving rapidly. We have updated our programme to include new elements of policy and skills to help you navigate this rapidly evolving environment. This ensures you are well-equipped to handle the latest challenges in health and social care.

As a student, you will earn a higher education qualification focusing on management within the health and social care sector. The course explores topics relevant to careers in the primary functions of management, such as healthcare management and leadership in healthcare.

We offer opportunities for both personal and academic development. Our programme values your prior relevant study or vocational experience, helping you build on what you already know. We aim to enhance your investigative, reflective analytical, and reasoning powers in context, giving you the tools to make ethical decisions and understand healthcare strategies.

Upon graduation, you will have the professional healthcare development needed to pursue various roles, including management roles in healthcare. The course covers modern healthcare topics such as health analytics and digital health leadership, preparing you for professional development in healthcare.

Our programme emphasises inclusive healthcare practice and adapting to diverse health contexts. You will learn about healthcare facilities management and healthcare delivery improvements. We also address evolving patient needs and the impact of new healthcare technologies on the industry.

Throughout your studies, you will engage with real-world healthcare case studies, this practical experience ensures you understand the patient impact of your work and can lead healthcare services transformation.

Our course is ideal for those looking to become a skilled healthcare professional and equips you for a future in various healthcare disciplines. Our programme not only prepares you for today’s challenges but also sets you on a path for professional development in the dynamic field of health and care management.

We also offer all modules through the medium of Welsh.

Source: University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Health and Social Care

Location

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea | Swansea

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Blended learning (full-time)

Subjects

• Health and social care

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

Year One

In your first year, you will build a solid foundation in health and care management. Key areas include understanding the counselling, communication and therapeutic relationship, exploring basic healthcare strategies, and learning about management, organisational behaviour and digital change, whilst also developing your critical thinking skills.

Counselling, Communication, and the Therapeutic Relationship (20 credits) Psychology in Health and Social Care (20 credits) Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits) Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits) Introduction to Public Health and Wellbeing (20 credits) Management, Organisational Behaviour and Digital Change (20 credits)

Year Two

The second year deepens your knowledge in healthcare sector management and digital health leadership. You will study the principles of health and social care practice, preparing you for management roles in healthcare. The curriculum also includes health economics, addressing evolving patient needs.

Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits) Leading and Managing Health and Social Care Teams (20 credits) Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Principles of Health and Social Care Practice (20 credits) Health Economics (20 credits) Introduction to independent Research Skills (20 Credits)

Year Three

In your final year, you will focus on advanced topics like health, wellbeing and sustainable development. Emphasis is placed on professional development in healthcare, such as facilitating change and managing quality, giving you hands-on experience through real-world healthcare case studies. You will also undertake an independent project, that will prepare you for a lifelong career in the health and care sector.

Independent Project (40 credits) Health, Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (20 credits) Facilitating Change and Managing Quality (20 credits) Coaching, Mentoring and Team Work in Health and Social Care (20 credits) Digital Transformation in the Health and Care Professions (20 Credits)

How you will be assessed

Assessments include: essays, exams, reports, presentations, reflective blogs and professional portfolios. You will be asked to utilise information technology communication and organisational skills for your assignments.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David reviews

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University life has been an enriching and transformative experience for me. It's more than just attending classes and studying; it's a vibrant and dynamic environment where I've had the opportunity to grow personally, socially, and academically.rnrnOne of the highlights of university life is the sen...

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The support I've received at my university has been excellent overall. From academic guidance to personal well-being, the university offers a range of resources to help students succeed and thrive.rnrnAcademically, professors are readily available during office hours for additional assistance and cl...

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The facilities at my university are generally quite good. The campus offers a variety of amenities to support students in their academic and extracurricular pursuits. rnrnThe library is well-stocked with a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases, which have been...

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Studying International Development and Global Politics has been an incredibly enriching experience for me. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics shaping our world, from economic disparities to political conflicts and global cooperation. I've appreciated the diverse ...

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David students who took the Health and Care Management course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

98%

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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

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Student information

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Health and Care Management or another course from the same subject area.

Health and social care
Mode of study
Full-time91%Part-time9%
Gender ratio
Female85%Male15%
Where students come from
UK100%
Student performance
2:1 or above77%
Number of students2,475
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
PsychologyC
Health and Social CareA
SociologyB
Religious StudiesB
English LiteratureB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

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Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David graduates who took Health and Care Management - or another course in the same subject area.

Health and social care

Earnings

£19.2k

First year after graduation

£20.8k

Third year after graduation

£22.4k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Health and Care Management.

Source: LEO

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