Develop your capacity to respond to complex social needs. This broad degree will empower you to help people across a range of community practice settings.

As part of this course, you'll:

Develop the skills and knowledge to support and safeguard vulnerable people, families and communities

Mix academic study with practice to better understand and guide those in crisis

Hone your communication and therapeutic skills within practical sessions

Explore and analyse child and adult development, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence and mental health issues

Learn about the different policies and frameworks behind community development, criminal justice, mental health and social care settings

Explore psychological and sociological informed theories and approaches

Examine contemporary issues that frequently make headline news, such as female genital mutilation, addiction and mental health

Study relevant law and policy to inform your future practice

Developed in consultation with several welfare agencies, this degree has been created in response to the increasing diversification of community and social care services.

Hands-on experience

You'll practise your counselling and therapeutic techniques in simulated environments and take part in small group sessions to enhance your communication and negotiating skills. You'll also get the opportunity to apply your practice and legal knowledge to real life case studies.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

In the field of social care, there's a considerable demand for professionals with a broad spectrum of skills, knowledge, values and experience. We'll prepare you for a diverse range of careers in this landscape. You'll learn to understand and successfully negotiate with the complex, multi-layered welfare services and organisations in safeguarding people, families and communities.