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Make a difference in society with our Social Work and Social Care courses.

Choose from the following disciplines:

  • Working with Children, Young People and Families – supporting communities and the development of the next generation
  • Social Work – supporting society’s most vulnerable people and changing their lives for the better

On graduation, you’ll be ready for a rewarding career in the public or private sector, or to continue in education.

Check out our video playlist for a flavour of Social Work and Social Care.

Courses in Social Work and Social Care

  1. Apply for Foundation Year in Social Care at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time
  2. Apply for Social Work BA (Hons) at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time
  3. Apply for Working with Children, Young People and Families (with Integrated Foundation Year) at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time
    Placement option:
    Available
  4. Apply for Working with Children, Young People and Families BA (Hons) at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time
    Placement option:
    Available
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Where Social Work and Social Care can take you

The social care sector is undergoing an unprecedented level of change as challenges such as an ageing population and new technologies change the way that services are accessed by people and how health and social care professionals deliver them.

Our courses will equip you with the skills needed to thrive in this changing environment and offer you opportunities to pursue a range of roles, including:

  • Community Care Support Worker
  • Advice Worker
  • Mentor
  • Housing Support Officer
  • Roles in Local Authority or Civil Service
  • Working with Drug and Alcohol Services

Meet our students and alumni

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Leon

BA (Hons) Social Work

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Rosa

BA (Hons) Social Work

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Olivia

BA (Hons) Working with Children, Young People and Families

Our facilities

Take a virtual tour of our Social Work and Social Care subject facilities.

Explore spaces like the Horton Barn Lecture Theatre, Classroom, and Collaboration Hub, where you'll delve into the world of social work and social care.

Take the tour in our virtual experience