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University of Greater Manchester · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course
UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ArtsUCAS: L500
Health Care Studies
University of Greater ManchesterManchester, England
2 yearsDuration
£19,580Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
96%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the FdA Health Care Studies at University of Greater Manchester. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This programme is a collaboration between the University of Greater Manchester and The Growth Company, Manchester. While you'll be based at The Growth Company for the duration of your studies, you'll graduate from the University of Greater Manchester. In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide. The University of Greater Manchester's FdA in Health Care ... International tuition fees are £19,580 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Principles of Health and Social Care
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Psychology in Healthcare Practice
Health and Social Policy
Professional Practice and Ethics
Communication and Interpersonal Skills in Healthcare
Work-Based Learning in Healthcare Settings
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
UCAS Code:L500
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,580
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£39,160
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 — University of Greater Manchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £10,500 | £17,500 | £20,000 |
| 5 years | £16,500 | £21,500 | £26,500 |
UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 24% below UK average salary
This course
£17,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£21,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-03 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
54%Working
9%Studying
12%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
28%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-03 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.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
94%
Overall
Teaching on my course
96%Learning opportunities
92%Assessment and feedback
90%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
100%Learning resources
92%Student voice
97%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of Greater Manchester
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