can complete your degree in the UK just in 1 year?

No. The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is a standalone vocational qualification, not a full bachelor’s degree. It sits at Level 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, equivalent to the second year of a UK undergraduate degree. You cannot "complete a degree" with this award alone. However, it serves as a recognised progression route. Upon successful completion, you may apply for advanced entry into the final year of a relevant Bachelor’s degree (Level 6) at partner universities. This top-up year typically takes one additional year of full-time study, or two years part-time. Therefore, while the diploma itself takes 12 months via our standard online route, achieving a full bachelor’s degree requires this subsequent academic step. We provide the exact unit specification and credit mapping to support this progression, ensuring your 120 credits are recognised by higher education institutions for advanced standing.