/ Foundation /
Start date:
January 2025
September 2025
Entry tariff:
Foundation Year: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
UCAS code:
TBC
Get ready to succeed in a health and social care degree, and learn core academic and professional skills, while also developing your English language skills.
Did you know
You will develop your English language skills and gain the academic skills and knowledge you need for your chosen undergraduate degree.
Top 3 modern university in London
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Ranked in the top 15% in the world
Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
#8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction
National Student Survey 2024
Modules
These modules are those we currently offer and may be subject to change.
- Foundations of Health and Social Care Practice
- Professional Concepts in Health and Social Care
- Communication for Academic Purposes 1
- Communication for Academic Purposes 2
- Information Technology and Numerical Concepts
- Academic Inquiry and Exploration
Skills
Gain the skills that matter most to employers.
You will develop your English language and academic skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and gain a basic understanding of using English for academic purposes and a thorough grounding in academic study skills, such as essay structure, exam technique, referencing, journal and library research.
You will learn about the history and the contemporary context of health and social care and its relationship with health outcomes and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
You will be introduced to the professional responsibilities of those working within health and social care and look at the relevant professional frameworks, codes of practice, ethical concepts and legislation and explore the concepts of equality and diversity, and inclusion.
Learning
You’ll be taught via lectures, seminars and workshops by our passionate and committed academic staff.
You will explore the importance of effective teamwork and communication in health and social care.
As our courses are taught over no more than three days per week, you’ll have the flexibility to take on paid part-time work, placements, or internships – helping you gaining real-world experience.
Assessment
Benefit from assessments that prepare you for life beyond university.
You’ll experience a wide range of assessments that enhance your understanding, explore ideas in depth and express your creativity.
This includes:
- Coursework
- Reports
- Essays
Degree pathways
We will prepare you for your career from day one.
To progress onto the first year of a nursing undergraduate course, you will need to apply during your study.
Courses include:
Our careers support team is available to support you from the start of your studies. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.
Open days
Get a real taste of our campus, community and what it’s like to study at Roehampton
Applying
International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.
Course subject to curriculum review and validation.
Specific entry tariff
- IELTS: 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5
- UCAS International Equivalents (64 entry tariff)
- 5 GCSE / GCSE passes at grade C/4 or in an international equivalent
We welcome applications from students studying T Levels.
For all courses we also accept a wide range of other qualifications and experience. Contact us to find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
General entry requirements
September 2024/January 2025 entry tuition fees
EU and International: £14,500
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
September 2025 entry tuition fees
To be confirmed.
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Continuing Education
Our range of vocational qualifications will provide you with alternative pathways into your chosen career.
