Overview
Realising your dreams has never been easier. Whether you want to work within the public or private healthcare sector, or set out as an entrepreneur, studying on our Business and Healthcare Management course will impart the knowledge and employability skills that can fast-track you onto the healthcare landscape.
This course will provide you with a range of opportunities to develop the attitudes, abilities and competencies needed to work in a health and social care environment, both home and international. The course will also encourage entrepreneurship as you will have opportunities to develop the skills required to analyse complex contemporary business and healthcare organisations. Business analysis is a critical factor in determining organisational options as it forms the basis for negotiating, planning and execution to deliver on organisational goals.
Employers from the healthcare sector have been directly involved in the design and development of this course. Collaborations with these sector partners are used to explore those skill sets that employers are most interested in and to constantly ensure they are embedded within the delivery of the course. You will also benefit from lecturers who have significant experience across the industry.
On successful completion of this course, you might choose to move onto our postgraduate studies, such as our Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Health and Social Care.
Structure and content
See below for the modules which you will study:
Foundation Year
- Research Skills
- Data Skills
- Communication Skills
- Professional Development Skills
Year 1
- The Health and Social Care Environment
- Academic and Professional Skills
- Managing Quality in Health and Social Care
- Business Finance
Year 2
Year 3
- Contemporary Issues in Healthcare
- Executing Business Strategy
- Leadership and Change Management
- Undergraduate Major Project (Healthcare)
For a more detailed overview of the course modules you can view the Course Information Sheet here.
Course Information Sheet
Entry requirements
ARU London's standard offer is 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, e.g. BCC.
Alternatively, ARU London asks for:
- Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC.
- Scottish Highers: BBCCC.
- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a business-related subject.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points.
All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Applicants studying for other qualifications should contact ARU London to discuss their circumstances.
We also welcome applications from mature individuals who can demonstrate appropriate, relevant work experience.
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on our assessment of your overall suitability for the course. We treat everyone as an individual which means we will look at your whole application including any relevant work experience and personal circumstances as well as your educational qualifications. Please contact admissions@london.aru.ac.uk for more information.
International Students Undergraduate Entry Requirements
To join the first year of our undergraduate course you’ll need one of the following.
- GCE A levels from a recognised UK examination board.
- An International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points.
- A university foundation course recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
- Relevant qualifications obtained in your home country: see our country-specific entry requirements.
If you've completed study at university level in the UK or your home country you may be eligible to enter directly into Year 2 or 3 of a related degree course at ARU. Find out more about transferring to ARU.
Teaching and assessment
We’ll assess your progress through a variety of methods from coursework, group assignments, activity-based assignments and exams. For example knowledge and understanding is assessed via a number of methods including unseen examinations, reflection on experiences both real and simulation, and a range of assignments.
These assignments can be in a variety of forms from a written Management Report on evaluating a current service to a presentation on planning and management decisions options to the critique of academic journal articles.
Most modules will have at least two assessments as this provides an opportunity to assess knowledge and understanding and a range of skills in an effective manner.
You can expect to take part in on-going problem-solving activities, projects and presentations. You’ll also be able to access support material through our ARU Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
All assignments are designed with your career progression in mind and give you opportunities to develop and improve transferable skills employers look for.
Intellectual (thinking) skills
These skills are assessed through a variety of methods such as, examinations, coursework, assignments, the major project and successful application of skills to the workplace. Examinations take a range of formats and give students the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to provide a clearly structured and reasoned argument using, wherever appropriate, supporting evidence and opinion, within a time constraint. The written assignments have clearly delineated word limits to encourage the concise presentation of structured, well supported argument and opinion. The Major Project, at level 6, allows students to demonstrate their mastery of cognitive skills at the highest level of attainment specified in the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) benchmark statements.
Practical Skills
Assessment of practical skills is undertaken both formatively and summatively and involves reflection on workplace experience, examinations and assignments in various forms, such as presentations and reports. Students are also given many opportunities to critically appraise practical techniques in a variety of situations such as tutorials and simulations.
Affective and Transferable Skills
Affective and Transferable are again assessed in a variety of ways. For example, students may be asked to give a presentation to a particular audience (e.g. employers) as part of an assignment or they may need to be able to work as a team member in researching the information that will be needed for that presentation.
Innovation underpins many modern business ideas; thus the ‘Innovation and Entrepreneurship’ module is designed to develop students’ skills for innovation and entrepreneurship by enabling then to conceive novel ideas and present how these ideas can be brought to market in a live business pitch. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to self-evaluate and reflect upon their own personal and professional development.
Timetable
Full-time Schedule:
Standard delivery:
Studying on campus 2 days a week which is Monday - Friday (10:00-17:00)
Employability
During your studies, there will be the opportunity to participate in various events and one on one sesions run by our employability team with the specific objective of enhancing your future employment prospects. This includes CV workshops, interview techniques, career counselling and visits from prospective employers.
We encourage all students to consider their future when choosing what degree to study. We don't expect everyone to know what they want to do after university, but it is important that the associated jobs interest you.
Associated Jobs:
- Community Development Worker
- Health Service Manager
- Medical Sales Manager
- Healthcare Manager
- Healthcare Recruitment
- Care Home Manager
To learn more about where this course can take you visit the guide from our employability team.
Graduate Career Opportunities in Health and Social Care
Course Fees
| 2024/25: |
£9,250 |
2025/26: |
£9,535 |
2026/27: |
£9,535 |
Total Fee: |
£28,320 |
Foundation year will cost £5,760
EU nationals who meet residency requirements (have settled or pre-settled status) may be eligible for 'Home' fee status. If you do not meet these residency requirements, overseas fees will apply. Irish citizens living in the UK or Ireland will be eligible for 'Home' fee status under the Common Travel Area arrangement. Please read the student finance for EU students web page on www.gov.uk for information.
For 2024-2025 entry, the maximum government-approved undergraduate tuition fee for UK students is £9,250 per year. The University is able to charge this fee subject to an approved Access and Participation Plan for 2024-2025 and its current rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework
International Students
For international students studying their undergraduate with ARU London the tution fee will be £16,700 per year.
Course Aims
To offer a rigorous academic course of study at a level appropriate to an honours degree that will provide successful students with a sound foundation in business in general and healthcare in particular. This understanding of the business world will enable Students to follow a career in business or healthcare management or to identify and choose from a range of alternative career options within business generally or they may choose to pursue further studies, for example on our MBA Healthcare.
To enable students to understand and apply contemporary technical language and practices in a range of business and healthcare management contexts.
To enable students to develop a wide range of intellectual and analytical abilities relevant to business management in general and healthcare management in particular, appropriate to an honours degree, including the ability to think critically, independently, analyse and synthesise effectively.
To develop the transferable skills necessary for students' personal development as lifelong independent Students; in particular their ability to respond positively to change during their careers and be able to continually develop professionally.
To provide an education in the terminology, concepts, principles and techniques utilised in business and healthcare management.
To enable students to appreciate the importance of the social, political, ethical, technological, environmental, entrepreneurial and global context in which modern business and the healthcare organisations operate.
To provide students with a range of opportunities to develop the attitudes, abilities and competences to work in an organisational environment, both home and international, and to develop the awareness and appreciation of different ethical and cultural values.
To enable students, who participate in the Faculty’s employability scheme, to enter the healthcare workplace with appropriate experience and skills to 'hit the ground running'.
Course Learning Outcomes
Healthcare Industry and Organisational Operations
Graduates will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry, including the management, regulation, and integration of healthcare organisations. They will be able to assess how these organisations meet stakeholder needs and deliver effective outcomes through operations, marketing, and strategic decision-making (A01, A02).
External and Internal Influences on Healthcare Organisations
Graduates will appreciate the influence of both external macro-environmental factors (political, ethical, social, technological, legal) and internal micro-environmental factors (corporate governance, structure, culture, stakeholder roles) on healthcare organisations. They will also understand the impact of globalisation on the healthcare sector (A03).
Management Functions in Healthcare
Graduates will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of management principles in healthcare, covering areas such as people management, marketing, finance, and information systems, and apply relevant theories and frameworks to healthcare settings (A04).
Resource Management in Healthcare
Graduates will identify and analyse the key resources within healthcare organisations, including financial and human resources, and explore how these resources can be effectively managed and developed (A05).
Decision-Making and Implementation
Graduates will evaluate the decision-making methods and analytical tools available to managers in healthcare, and understand how business decisions are implemented effectively, emphasising the role of communication structures and ICT in ensuring successful outcomes (A06, A07).
Contemporary Healthcare Issues
Graduates will appreciate the contemporary issues affecting healthcare organisations, such as ethics, sustainability, globalisation, corporate social responsibility, diversity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and risk management, and their impact on organisational performance (A08).
Critical Thinking, Analysis, and Problem-Solving
Graduates will apply critical thinking and analytical skills in a variety of contexts, such as evaluating theories, models, and research. They will be numerate, using quantitative skills to analyse, interpret, and extrapolate data to solve problems effectively (B01, B02).
Research and Project Management
Graduates will conduct research into health and social care issues, effectively managing and analysing information from diverse sources. They will plan and execute case study-based projects in these areas (B03).
Self-Management and Learning
Graduates will manage their learning and personal development by demonstrating effective time management, planning, motivation, initiative, and enterprise (B04). They will use computer-based training (CBT) for both academic and business applications to improve personal effectiveness (B05).
Multidisciplinary and Multicultural Approaches
Graduates will appreciate the relevance of multidisciplinary and multicultural approaches to healthcare management, performing effectively as team members and working with people from diverse backgrounds (B06, B07).
Interpersonal Skills and Communication
Graduates will use a range of interpersonal skills, such as effective listening, negotiating, persuasion, and presentation, while recognising cultural differences in communication and behaviour (B08). They will communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using appropriate media for professional environments (B09).
Innovation and Business Development
Graduates will recognise innovation and assess its business potential, developing viable business plans where applicable (B10).