FdSc Leadership Principles in Health and Social Care
Awarded by New College Durham
KEY COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title:
FdSc Leadership Principles in Health and Social Care
Awarding Body:
New College Durham
Location:
London Campuses - Edmonton Green & Stepney Green
Duration:
Next Entry:
2 Years
Start date: September 2025; End date: July 2027
- 2 Years / Blended
- Intake: January, May and September
Summary of Distinctive Features
The FdSc Leadership Principles in Health & Social Care is continually being reinvented to reflect the dynamic nature of the health and social care sectors and will help you get your foot on the leadership or management ladder.
This programme provides a challenging, employability led curriculum relevant to the needs of the student that reflects the current and projected needs of the local Health and Social Care sector in the Northeast of England and beyond.
Study Aims
The aims of the FdSc Leadership Principles in Health & Social Care are to:
- Provide students with an academic and vocationally oriented curriculum that establishes a firm understanding of the concept of Health and Social Care in a contemporary society.
- Allow students to develop a comprehensive understanding of leadership theories, principles, and practices within the context of health and social care settings.
- Provide opportunities for students to explore contemporary issues, trends, and innovations shaping the landscape of health and social care leadership.
- Cultivate ethical leadership practices that prioritise the well-being and dignity of service users, staff members, and communities.
- Meet employer demand for higher level qualified practitioners who are compassionate and critically reflective.
- Enable students to develop their academic, personal, and professional potential into employment within the local and regional health and social care sector.
- Enhance students understanding and application of the ‘6C’s of Health and Social Care – Compassion, Care, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment.
Learning, Teaching & Assessment
A variety of summative assessment methods are used across the study programme to enable you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. You will develop the skills required to present your understanding and research coherently. This could include the following:
Multi Choice Examination Reports Presentations Professional discussions Peer reviews Case studies Discussions Viva Written assignments
You will complete an assessment for each module, as a vehicle to assess key and transferable skills and learning outcomes. Assessments are mapped to learning outcomes.
Assessment Breakdown
Support for Learning
- Student progression is supported both by subject tutors and also by central college services
- A comprehensive induction introducing new students to the subject, to the course and to the college facilities: e.g. Learning Resources, staff & Student Support
- College and Programme Handbooks available in print (if needed) and in electronic format
- Personal and academic support integrated into teaching provided by approachable lecturers and a personal tutor who monitors performance
- Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills); written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy); academic writing (including how to reference); research skills; critical thinking and understanding arguments; and revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management) integrated into the programme
- Written electronic assignment feedback, within three weeks of assignment submission
- Up-to-date computing facilities and a modern, well-equipped Learning Resources Centre
- Virtual Learning Environment (MOODLE)
- Access to higher education specific academic support sessions
- Access to Student Support for students with welfare, financial or counselling needs
- Access to Learning Support for students with educational needs.
- Access to careers advice and support
- Regular one-to-one tutorials and target setting
Units Details
At Level 4, students will study the following modules:
- Personal Professional Development (PPD)
- Work Related Learning: Professional Values and Principles in HSC
- Anatomy, Physiology & the Exploration of Health Conditions
- Working with People
- Understanding Teamwork & Collaborative Practices
- Legislation, Policy & Ethical Practices
At Level 5, students will study the following modules:
- Inquiry and Innovation in HSC Research
- Continued Professional Development for Lifelong Learning
- Principles of Leadership & Management in HSC
- Public Health
- Transforming Health and Social Care
Resources Available to Students
CECOS College London offers a range of support and resources from the start of your programme, these are as follows:
- Information, advice and guidance from the first point of contact all the way through certification and progression.
- Learning support and disability support.
- Enrichment training to allow you to achieve all of your personal and professional goals.
- An integrated e-portfolio system which includes a virtual classroom.
- Timetable will be available 1 month before the course start date.
Entry Requirements
The following admissions criteria will normally apply at Level 4:
- Students applying for this programme will be a minimum age of 18 years old and are expected to hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in a related subject with a minimum of 64 UCAS points (A level, BTEC).
- Applicants should hold 4 GCSE qualifications at grade 4 or above and include maths and English Language. Due to the nature of the award, applications will be reviewed on an individual basis and, if a student does not hold GCSE maths or English, there will be a recommendation that they work towards achieving such qualifications, whilst studying on the FdSc programme. The recommendation to continue studies of maths and English is to support future progression within the sector, where holding such qualifications will be an essential requirement. Please note this may be an additional cost to the student.
- All applicants will be expected to apply for, or hold a valid ‘Enhanced DBS’, which may be a cost to the student. The timeline for students to apply for a DBS will be by the end of the third week, following commencement of the programme.
- All applicants must be interviewed by the curriculum team, where applicants live substantially away from the college, this can be conducted over live video chat / Teams / Zoom.
Non-Standard Entry Requirements (including Mature students):
Mature students (aged at least 21 by 31st December of the year of admission) or applicants with non-standard qualifications and/or experience and whose qualifications and/or experience is deemed to be appropriate to gain entry onto a named foundation degree may be admitted onto a foundation degree programme.
Such admission is discretionary and will normally involve an interview. In appropriate cases such applicants may be asked to undertake assessment activity to assist the College in determining their suitability for the programme.
For further details, visit
https://www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk/courses/health-social-care/fdsc-leadership-principles-in-health-and-social-care
Tuition Fee
Full-time students enrolling on the course will pay a tuition fee of £9,535 per annum.
For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/student-finance. For more information, please contact the admissions team at admissions@cecos.ac.uk or Tel: 020 7359 3316
Where students are required to or elect to undertake work placements or internships, they may be required to pay for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which can cost between £21.50 for a Basic Check to £38.00 for an Enhanced Check.
Students will also need to factor in their travel costs, which will vary depending on the distance they have to travel to reach their campus, and the mode of travel used. External visits as part of the programme may will also involve travel costs. so student are advised to factor in between £50 – £60 per year to cover external activities.
Students may need to purchase a laptop or computer to support their studies and access to online materials and the CECOS Virtual Learning Environment, as well as a license for appropriate software. Costs will vary depending on the programme and the choice of laptop or computer, but students may purchase reconditioned IT equipment for below £300. In addition, students may wish to purchase some core texts, and should allow around £200 for such items per year.
Graduation. Students are invited to celebrate their success at the end of their degree by attending a graduation ceremony. The hire of a gown for the ceremony is approximately between £50 – £70, though there may be some cheaper options available also.
Additional Costs
Where students are required to or elect to undertake work placements or internships, they may be required to pay for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which can cost between £21.50 for a Basic Check to £38.00 for an Enhanced Check.
Students will also need to factor in their travel costs, which will vary depending on the distance they have to travel to reach their campus, and the mode of travel used. External visits as part of the programme may will also involve travel costs. so, student are advised to factor in between £50 – £60 per year to cover external activities.
Students may need to purchase a laptop or computer to support their studies and access to online materials and the CECOS Virtual Learning Environment, as well as a license for appropriate software. Costs will vary depending on the programme and the choice of laptop or computer, but students may purchase reconditioned IT equipment for below £300. In addition, students may wish to purchase some core texts, and should allow around £200 for such items per year.
Graduation. Students are invited to celebrate their success at the end of their degree by attending a graduation ceremony. The hire of a gown for the ceremony is approximately between £50 – £70, though there may be some cheaper options available also
Duration And Delivery
The qualification is designed to be delivered over two academic years for full-time study. The qualification is delivered blended, through lectures, tutorials.
Career Progression
The intended progression pathway for students completing the FdSc is direct to the BSc Health & Social Care (Top-Up).
Examples of some of the employment progression pathways, include:
- Management and Leadership roles in the sector
- Head of section
- Project support leads
- Team leader
- Educational leader
- Finance management
- Clinical manager
- HR/ Practice manager
- Bid managers
- Community care worker
- Health support worker
- Health care assistant
- Alternative Top-up degree programmes with external providers
- Direct progression to employment within the sector
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