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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ArtsUCAS: L5G1

Social Care

TEC Partnership (University Centre Grimsby, East Riding College, Scarborough & Skegness Colleges)
Grimsby, England
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2 yearsDuration
£8,500Per Year (Home)
£8,500Home Fee
93%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by TEC Partnership (University Centre Grimsby, East Riding College, Scarborough & Skegness Colleges), the FdA Social Care provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Grimsby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Shaping tomorrow's social care innovators. The FdA Social Care programme is designed for individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children, families and adults. It is suitable for those already working in the sector who wish to gain a formal qualification, as well as those seeking to begin a rewarding and impactful career. As society continues to evolve and the needs of communities become more complex, the demand for skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate social care practitioners has never been greater. Home/uk fees are £8,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Social Care Legislation and Policy Framework
Psychology for Social Care Practice
Sociology and Social Issues
Person-Centred Practice and Communication
Safeguarding and Vulnerability
Equality
Diversity and Anti-Discriminatory Practice
Health and Well-being in Social Care
Professional Development and Reflective Practice
UCAS Code:L5G1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points48

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£8,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — TEC Partnership (University Centre Grimsby, East Riding College, Scarborough & Skegness Colleges)

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£14,000£22,000£24,500
5 years£16,500£23,500£29,000

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 31% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 27% below UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £1,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Broad subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
93%
Learning opportunities
98%
Assessment and feedback
90%
Academic support
95%
Organisation and management
85%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
78%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
65%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Broad-subject-area average for this provider

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About TEC Partnership (University Centre Grimsby, East Riding College, Scarborough & Skegness Colleges)

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