STUDY

Undergraduate

BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) (Progression Route)

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Institution code: S82
UCAS code: L505
Start date: September 2024
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Great Yarmouth)
Typical Offer: FdA/FdSc or equivalent Level 5 qualification in an appropriate subject.
Institution code: S82
UCAS code: L505
Start date: September 2024
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Great Yarmouth)
Typical Offer: FdA/FdSc or equivalent Level 5 qualification in an appropriate subject.

Overview

The BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) Progression Route is relevant to practitioners working with people of any age. The applied nature of the degree provides theoretical knowledge along with practical application related to social care in contemporary society.

The programme has been developed to allow those in the Mental Health sector to further develop existing skills. It provides opportunities for students to develop a broad range of practice skills, knowledge and understanding within key subject areas and to acquire and enhance their professional values. Attendance is one day a week during term time and students are expected to be in paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.

Course Modules

Full downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

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This module explores the social policy landscape and links Social policy to research and practice in mental health.

Students will explore, using a case study approach, the support of service users through transitions.

Students are able to develop a project in their work setting, reflecting on their team leadership and management skills.

Students are required to provide an extended literature review or research proposal linked to their work setting.

Course Modules 2024

Full downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

East Coast College building

This module explores the social policy landscape and links social policy to research and practice in mental health.

Students will explore, using a case study approach, the support of service users through transitions.

Students are able to develop a project in their work setting, reflecting on their team leadership and management skills.

Students are required to provide an extended literature review or research proposal linked to their work setting.

Entry Requirements

Fees and Funding

UK Full-time Tuition Fee

£9,250

per year
International Full-time Tuition Fee

£14,610

per year

*Please contact the Student Centre for further details

Further Information

At University of Suffolk, your tuition fees provide access to all the usual teaching and learning facilities that you would expect. However, there may be additional costs associated with you course that you will need to budget for.

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How to Apply

To study this course on a full-time basis, you can apply through UCAS. As well as providing your academic qualifications, you’ll be able to showcase your skills, qualities and passion for the subject.

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