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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateHigher National CertificateUCAS: 114L
Social Services
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)Inverness, Scotland
1 yearDuration
£8,925Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
84%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), the HNC Social Services provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Inverness, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The HNC Social Services is a nationally recognised qualification and a valued award for people who want to work in a variety of social service settings, supporting individuals with varying needs. You will gain an understanding of the values and principles of social services and learn how to integrate those values with necessary skills and knowledge, including the importance of anti-discriminatory practice in line with the National Care Standards and Scottish Social Services Council Codes of Practice. Successful completion of the award will enable you to gain access to employment within a so... International tuition fees are £8,925 per year, home/UK fees are £7,440 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £19,000 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Social Services Values and Principles
Health and Social Care Practice
Supporting Individuals with Complex Needs
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Anti-Discriminatory Practice and Equality
Work Experience in Social Care Settings
Professional Development and Reflective Practice
UCAS Code:114L
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | D preferably in English |
| UCAS Points | 21 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,925
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£8,925
Home Student Fee
£7,440
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £32,000 | £40,000 |
| 3 years | £14,000 | £18,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £19,000 | £24,500 | £33,000 |
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▼ 20% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
30%Studying
10%Work & Study
40%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
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
85%
Overall
Teaching on my course
84%Learning opportunities
87%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
86%Organisation and management
86%Learning resources
88%Student voice
76%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
35%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Social Services as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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