About the course

The foundation year is perfect if you need a little extra support to start your journey to higher education, offering study-skills and guidance at every stage.

In addition to being a high quality honours degree, the course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). That means that upon successful completion, you’ll receive the CMI level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, demonstrating your ability to succeed in health and social care management roles. The course is endorsed by the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM) and Skills for Care, meaning it’s recognised for its excellence in teaching both management and health and social care skills, and can serve as a fast-track to professional development.

The academic team behind the development and delivery of the course are industry leaders with vast experience within the health and social care sector, including directors at the NHS/IHSCM and digital health tech firms, ensuring the course is directed by the needs of the industry. This also brings a wealth of professional expertise to your learning, providing you with a myriad of opportunities to develop your skills and practice. Finally, guest lecturers and live case studies from our links with the NHS, IHSCM, and Skills for Care will help you learn from real-world experiences and connect with professionals in the field.

The visa process is pretty smooth for Iranian Applicants for Germany: for getting the visa, they don’t need to open a blocked bank account as it is normally required for other nationals.
In Arden University Berlin, Iranian national students can apply for Regional Offer that allow them to save Euro 6,000 on PG fees.

Why Arden?

• Arden University is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for England (QAA) and the UK government
• 96% of Arden University graduates are in employment 6 months after graduation
• Taught 100% in English
• Intensive, engaging and face-to-face teaching by industry experts
• Industry relevant, 21st century application
• International student cohort with over 40 nationalities represented
• Payment options and early-bird discounts available
• Perfect central location in Berlin, close to key corporate players

Why Germany?

• Germany has one of the best employment rates in Europe, at 91%*
• 4th Best Graduate starting salary at £40,650 in Europe, with a growing economy**
• Germany is the most popular European country for international students, recognised for its high-quality education***
• Berlin has been named the start-up capital of Europe
• Berlin is the largest city in the EU with a thriving business scene, offering a range of job opportunities to young professionals and graduates
• Germany has a rich history in culture and arts, offering students a chance to explore this whilst experiencing world-class education from a UK-recognised institution

*Times Higher Education

**I Am Expat

***According to statistics and data from the ICEF monitor

Courses Included

You have 4-12 years to complete this course, meaning you can take up to 3 years to complete each level. Most of our students, however, aim to complete the course within 4-8 years.

Foundation year:

• Using Numeracy, IT and Data
• Research Skills and Using Information
• Values, Ethics and Working Collaboratively
• Developing Academic Skills
• Structure of Business
• Technology in Organisations

Level 4

• Essential Skills for Health & Care Management
• Meeting the Needs of Service Users
• Planetary Health
• Health Promotion
• Supporting Dignity and Respect Through Ethical Principles and Theories
• Communication & Interprofessional Collaboration

Level 5

• Leadership Theory & Concepts for Health & Care Management
• Fundamentals of Health & Care Finance
• Public Health
• Resource Planning in Multidisciplinary Working
• Digital Health Leadership
• Evidence Based Practice

Level 6

• Global Health and Sustainability
• Health Analytics and Planning
• Total Quality Management in Health & Care
• Project Management
• Final Project