Health and Social Wellbeing (with Foundation Year) Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
Course Overview - Health and Social Wellbeing (with Foundation Year) Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
The course explores how we can help people to live happier and healthier lives. You will learn about what impacts the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities and societies, and about different solutions to address established and emerging issues.
You will:
* Develop a rounded understanding of the health, mental health and wellbeing of individuals and communities
* Engage in work-based placement opportunities
* Study a cutting-edge curriculum delivered by staff from a range of academic and professional backgrounds who are ...
The course explores how we can help people to live happier and healthier lives. You will learn about what impacts the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities and societies, and about different solutions to address established and emerging issues.
You will:
* Develop a rounded understanding of the health, mental health and wellbeing of individuals and communities
* Engage in work-based placement opportunities
* Study a cutting-edge curriculum delivered by staff from a range of academic and professional backgrounds who are actively engaged in current research projects
* Benefit from strong links with local employers
* Have the opportunity to join a peer mentor scheme, allowing you to provide support from and to other students
* Engage in wider learning opportunities, such as guest speaker talks, conferences and whole programme sessions
* Academic Team nominated for 'Best Team' award at Staff Awards 2025
A foundation year is available for students who may not meet the criteria for entry to the 2-year route. The foundation year introduces the student to the key study skills and foundational knowledge essential to successful completion of the Diploma
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Wrexham (Main Campus)
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A50-J77
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
UCAS Tariff
Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.
Scottish Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
AS
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Access to HE Diploma
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Scottish Advanced Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Extended Project
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*
E
We accept WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as part of your overall tariff score.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International, Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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