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BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management (Top-up)
Course Title
Course Type
Top-Up (Final Stage)
Course Credits
120 Credits
Study Method
Blended learning
Start Date
January / May /Â September
Course Duration
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Course Description
BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management (Top-up) is a 120-credit, final-stage undergraduate programme designed for students who already hold a Level 5 qualification such as a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree. Delivered over a flexible 12-month full-time duration — with intakes in January, May, and September — the course is available through blended learning at UK campuses or fully online worldwide, allowing you to complete your honours degree while balancing work and personal commitments.
This programme builds on your existing academic and professional foundation, equipping you with advanced knowledge in global health, analytics, project management, and quality improvement. With a strong emphasis on leadership and strategic insight, the course prepares you to thrive in today’s evolving health and social care sector. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and endorsed by the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM), the degree not only enhances your academic credentials but also provides professional recognition and networking opportunities. By completing this top-up, you graduate with a full honours degree and the confidence to pursue senior roles in healthcare management or progress to postgraduate study.
Course Content
This module is designed to develop your understanding of the challenges facing health and care systems worldwide, with a focus on sustainability and long-term resilience. It provides you with the tools to critically evaluate global health issues, explore policy responses, and apply sustainable practices within your professional context.
This module is designed to give you the skills needed to interpret and apply health data for effective planning. You will learn how to analyse complex information, identify trends, and use evidence-based approaches to improve decision-making and service delivery in health and care environments.
This module is designed to equip you with the frameworks and strategies required to ensure quality and continuous improvement in health and social care services. It provides practical tools for evaluating standards, implementing quality systems, and fostering a culture of excellence in your workplace.
This module is designed to give you the knowledge and techniques to successfully plan, manage, and deliver projects within health and care settings. You will explore project lifecycles, risk management, and leadership approaches, enabling you to apply structured methods to achieve outcomes in complex environments.
This module is designed to give you the tools you need to undertake a substantial piece of independent research. It provides a framework for identifying a relevant issue within health and care, proposing a research question, and designing a project that demonstrates your ability to apply theory to practice.
Study Method
The BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management (Top-Up) is studied fully online worldwide. You’ll study via iLearn, Arden’s online Learning Management System (LMS), which can be accessed from your phone, PC, or tablet at home or on the move. iLearn provides instant access to study materials, interactive forums, and dedicated support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments.
On successful completion of your studies you’ll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony at one of Arden’s campuses. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible, Arden will arrange to have your certificate sent to you.
- A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care, Business, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification.
- Applicants without a Level 5 Diploma but holding significant professional experience in health or social care will be considered for Advanced Entry on a case-by-case basis.
- Applicants who wish to complete a Level 5 Diploma to gain entry to this degree can do so here: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
If you do not meet the entry requirements, we can provide a pathway for you, after taking your existing educational qualifications and work experience in consideration. Please make an enquiry to learn more.
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This degree programme has intakes in January, May and September. Click the Enrol Now button and share your information so that one of our Academic Advisors will get in touch with you promptly.
Progression
Upon completing the BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management (Top-up), you will be able to progress directly into:
Course Fees
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