Health Studies

Course summary

This course is equivalent to receiving one A-level and consists of 50% coursework and 50% exams. Lessons will be taught lecture/seminar style with students getting the opportunity for discussions, debates and role-plays. WHY STUDY HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE? • Communicate with others in a clear and articulate manner. • Present ideas and arguments verbally in formal presentations and seminars, and informal discussions in a variety of environments. • Work with others in the preparation and presentation of group work, and take responsibility for an agreed area of a shared activity. • Negotiate with peers and formally with members of organisations. • Identify and propose solutions to problems, both in relation to the substantive area of health and social care and to other educational and social issues. • Work independently and identify personal needs for skill development on an ongoing basis. • Recognise issues relating to equal opportunities, and identify appropriate action in relation to such issues. • Use information technology to store, retrieve and produce material for Health and Social Care coursework, drawing on skills in the use of word processing, databases and spreadsheets as appropriate. • Gather and analyse relevant information from a wide variety of sources using appropriate manual and electronic systems. • Reflect on and review progress in their own studies, and seek assistance or guidance as appropriate in order to enhance their own personal development.