Social Work

About this course

Social work is one of the most directly impactful professions in society, working with individuals and families at times of vulnerability to support their wellbeing, protect them from harm, and help them access the resources and opportunities they need to live fuller lives. Social workers practice across children's services, adult social care, mental health, criminal justice, domestic abuse support, and homelessness services, among many other fields, and they must combine empathic human skills with a solid knowledge of law, policy, safeguarding, and professional ethics. At Southampton Solent University, this three-year full-time degree gives you the knowledge and practical experience key to making a difference to the lives of vulnerable people. You will study the legal and policy frameworks within which social work operates, the theories of human development and social systems that unde

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 95% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 15 / 100Welfare Professionals · 75% of graduatescards →
• 12 / 100Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation · 5% of graduatescards →
• 10 / 100Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 8 / 100Therapy professionals · 5% of graduatescards →

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