University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Connect health, social care and the organisation of support services with practical analysis and professional development. The published curriculum offers a platform for relevant work or further study.
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Assesses and treats complex psychological difficulties.
How to get there: Obtain BPS Graduate Basis through an accredited psychology qualification or conversion, relevant experience, a qualifying clinical doctorate and HCPC registration.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Apply psychology to offending, justice and rehabilitation.
How to get there: Obtain BPS Graduate Basis, accredited postgraduate forensic training, supervised practice and HCPC registration.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Offers structured talking support for emotional difficulties.
How to get there: Complete recognised practitioner counselling training, supervised client practice and the professional registration expected by employers.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Provides registered nursing care for people with mental-health needs.
How to get there: Complete a separate approved nursing qualification, clinical placements and NMC registration; this course does not qualify you as a nurse.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Supports people and families facing social and safeguarding challenges.
How to get there: Complete an approved qualifying social-work degree or postgraduate programme and register with the regulator for the UK nation of practice.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Supervises offenders and supports rehabilitation and public protection.
How to get there: Meet the entry criteria and complete the Professional Qualification in Probation or the applicable national training route.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Youth workers support young people aged 11 to 25 to help them with their personal, social and educational development.
How to get there: Gain youth-work experience; professional youth-worker posts normally require a recognised youth-work qualification and safeguarding checks.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Family support workers offer tailored help to families and carers, and give advice on how to promote their children's learning and development.
How to get there: Gain practical experience with the relevant client group and complete required occupational training, safeguarding and background checks.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Help people plan education, training and employment choices.
How to get there: Complete a recognised career-guidance qualification or employer training route and gain supervised guidance experience.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Supports recruitment, employee relations and people policies.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Matches candidates with employers and manages recruitment processes.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Identify learning needs and design and evaluate staff training.
How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Research customer behaviour and turn findings into business insight.
How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Investigate social questions with qualitative and quantitative research.
How to get there: Develop research-design, statistics and qualitative-analysis skills; some posts require postgraduate research training.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Develops programmes that help communities improve health.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Works with communities to improve services and opportunities.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Help people regain independence in everyday activities.
How to get there: Complete a separate HCPC-approved qualifying programme and clinical placements, then obtain HCPC registration.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Supports teachers and pupils with classroom learning.
How to get there: Gain practical experience with the relevant client group and complete required occupational training, safeguarding and background checks.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Use therapeutic play to help children express feelings and manage difficulties.
How to get there: Complete recognised postgraduate play-therapy training, supervised placements and professional registration; relevant child-focused experience is normally needed.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Teach university students and contribute to academic research.
How to get there: Normally complete postgraduate research, often a doctorate, develop publications and gain relevant teaching experience.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31
£9,790 per year
Under 21: 40 UCAS Points and GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above If GCSE English not met, ELPT may be accepted Maths exemption only for Law or Health & Social Care, subject to approval by Head of Admissions Over 21 (Mature): 40 UCAS points within last 5 years or international equivalent Foundation qualification accepted with transcript showing 120 credits achieved. Partial completion of higher education not accepted Applicants with Level 4+ (Ofqual) may be interviewed; RPL assessed prior to offer BTEC HNDs in Business may be considered for Top-Up on International Business Management only CertHE/DipHE may be considered for RPL; Student Finance implications must be checked
Duolingo or ELPT ; Student will be exempt from the ELPT if they hold: English qualification at level 2, or an academic qualification at level 3
"Step - 1 The Applicant will be directed to the test administration room and will be asked to write a statement based on the question provided. They will have 15 minutes to complete this. Step -2 The Applicant will be collected by an academic and taken to an appropriate space for interview. The interview should last between 15-25 minutes. Preparing For Your Interview Why ‘that’ course? As with any university interview, you will be asked why you have applied for the course you have chosen. If you have conducted some thorough research, this is your chance to shine and impress your interviewer, demonstrating your firm understanding of the course syllabus and structure. Furthermore, interviewers want to know about YOU. Which aspects of the course appeal to YOU and why? Why ARU London? Your interviewers will also want to know why you have chosen UCLAN London as opposed to other universities. This is once again an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer that you have conducted some research about UCLAN London. Try to think of examples as to what UCLAN London can offer you that other universities may not be able to. Previous Education/Qualifications Try to draw on your previous experience. For instance, you may have studied, or be currently studying, something related to your chosen course. Perhaps you have worked within that industry and have a wealth of experience to share. These are all examples which can strengthen your argument as to why you have chosen your particular course. Your CV & Personal Statement Know your personal statement and CV inside out. Your interviewer will be keen to find out more about your personal experiences in further detail. Remember to bring any academic documents which have been requested from our Admissions Team. Life After University Although this is looking far ahead, interviewers will be interested to find out more about your motivations behind studying at UCLAN London. Consider where you hope your degree will take you and how this will help boost your career prospects."
2 Weekdays on campus : Available(9:30 AM - 5:30 PM) Status: Open
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Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.
Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.
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Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.
Funding sourceTo receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.
The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.
Read the official attendance guidanceThe provider publishes student support services. Ask its support team about study needs, wellbeing, reasonable adjustments and any course-specific finance eligibility; support and funding are assessed individually.
Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.
Official course pageAdditional facts checked on the official course page: Duration (2026-10-26)
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