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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Management

CS6-W01-25 Institute of Community Services

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2026/27
It is recommended that you visit How to Apply for further information regarding how to submit an online application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
MQF / EQF LevelLevel 6
Duration3 Years Full-Time
ECTS Credits180 ECTS Credits
Work Based Learning

Placement

Course Description

The Social Care sector provides a number of professional career opportunities for successful learners to find engaging and rewarding employment at the end of this programme of studies. Throughout the duration of the three-year course, undergraduates are given the opportunity to participate in work placement experiences in related settings, once every year, to observe and learn different care practices and management styles. This programme of studies includes varied modules aimed at enhancing the undergraduates’ knowledge in different social fields as well as skills and competencies in administration and management. Study units include Family Studies, Gender and Sexual diversity, European and Social Policy, Financial aspects and Quality assurance, and different units related to Management

Career Opportunities
  • Administrative and/or Managerial positions within the Social Care Sector,
  • Social Welfare Professional
Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….

  • MCAST Advanced Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development, or
  • MCAST Advanced Diploma in Health and Social Care, or
  • MCAST Advanced Diploma in Social Care, or
  • MCAST Advanced Diploma in Applied Science, or
  • MCAST Advanced Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians, or
  • MCAST Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences

OR

2 subjects at A-Level passes and 2 subjects at I-Level passes

and Compulsory: SEC/SSCP-Level Pass in English Language

Other notes related to this programme

An Applicant aged 23 years and over, and not in possession of the above Entry Requirements, may wish to apply via the Maturity Clause route. Further important information can be found under the respective Admissions FAQ https://mcast.edu.mt/maturity-clause/.

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