Health and Social Care (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

Take your first steps towards a fulfilling future in health and social care by applying to the Health and Social Care (Hons) degree from University of Derby .

Key facts

• Prepare for a career where you can plan and deliver health and social care services which are fit for the future
• Put the theory you learn into practice, with work placements in different settings ­– from care homes to community projects
• Join a course designed in partnership with experts from the sector, ensuring your studies are up to date and relevant
• Draw on our strong professional links and benefit from guest lectures, fact-finding visits and networking opportunities
• Be inspired by our friendly and supportive teaching staff who have a wealth of experience in health and social care
• Make the most of our exceptional learning facilities

Careers

Our emphasis is on nurturing versatile and flexible health and social care professionals who are not restricted by boundaries and who can work in multi-professional teams. This degree equips you for rewarding roles in areas such as:

• Local authority, NHS and multi-agency teams working with children, young people and adults
• Homelessness and social housing services
• Refugee and asylum-seeker support agencies
• Appropriate adult and advocacy work
• Health promotion services
• Community mental health teams
• Intensive family support teams
• Residential and nursing care management
• Commissioning and care management teams
• Care co-ordinator management.

Career

• Our graduates are now carving out successful careers in organisations across the independent, statutory and voluntary sectors. Some have chosen to move directly into working with vulnerable people within the NHS, adult and children’s social care services, while others have progressed into strategic management and leadership positions to develop improved services for individuals, families and communities.