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Health and Social Care

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Training for life

Organised health and social care is one of the greatest achievements of the 20th century, made possible by the vision and dedication of the professionals who staff it.

We prepare you to join that inspirational workforce as a caring, compassionate and competent professional who shares our commitment to improving lives. We offer courses across undergraduate, Masters and research degree level, as well as Continuing Professional Development for those enhancing their skills, and apprenticeships for those who wish to work and learn at the same time.

We are at the forefront of preparing people to solve real-life issues in health and society, offering courses that both commissioners and employers believe in. People are at the heart of all we do. We work in partnership with people from all walks of life, who offer us their expertise and experience, making us a team of people who truly understand what is needed from health and social care professionals – now and in the future.

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Why choose us?

Our courses blend theory and practice
You'll have specialist facilities at your fingertips
We're a learning community where from day one, you'll share your ideas and learn from your peers, service users and our staff
We have an excellent track record for employability
Challenging health inequalities and putting people first is central to everything we do
22nd in the UK for Mental Health Nursing in the Guardian University Guide 2024
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Undergraduate study

Committed to improving lives

Got mettle, zeal and bold ambition? Got a heart of gold? Thrive on advocating for others?
Masters study

Champions of people-centred education

We encourage multidisciplinary working and have a reputation for being at the forefront of training high-quality health care professionals.
Research degrees

Don't wait for change to happen. Be the change.

If you've got the drive to explore the unknown, we've got the expertise.
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Our research

We specialise in applied, multi-disciplinary research that addresses local, national and international issues relating to health and social care policy and practice, and other related fields.

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Colchester Campus Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ
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Telephone: 01206 872854
Southend Campus Elmer Approach, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1LW
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Telephone: 01702 328360
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