Social Work

About this course

Social work is a profession committed to working with some of the most vulnerable members of society, supporting individuals and families through crisis, advocating for those whose rights are at risk, and contributing to the systems and policies that shape social welfare. Social workers work with children and families, older adults, people with disabilities, those experiencing mental health difficulties, individuals affected by substance misuse, young offenders, and many others. The work demands a combination of emotional resilience, legal knowledge, ethical clarity, and the capacity to build trusting relationships with people who may be in acute distress. At the University of Sunderland, this three-year full-time programme is approved by Social Work England, the regulating body for the profession, and leads to a qualification that enables you to register as a social worker. You will st

Where its graduates go

The 2 largest scored destinations, covering 100% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 10% of graduatescards →
• 15 / 100Welfare Professionals · 90% of graduatescards →

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