Overview
The programme has a strong focus on evidence-based practice and it prepares you for a broad range of employment opportunities in the field of social care and working with diverse communities and postgraduate study. You will experience two short shadow placements and an extended placement whilst on the course which will give you relevant practice experience to take to employers.
Course Details
You will be taught by academics from a range of backgrounds and work-based experiences. The core concepts that are covered in the degree are Human Rights and Social Justice, respecting diversity and the key skills required to work with a range of Service Users. You will benefit from a short shadow placement in your first year followed by an extended work based placement and reflective experience in the second year of the course.
In your third year of study you will have a short shadow placement as part of the housing module.
By the final year you will be equipped with the skills to work in a variety of Social Care and Community settings, enabling you to be an effective Changemaker, having a truly positive social impact on individuals and communities. You will have explored, understood and analysed specific service user groups and you will have an assured grasp of the link between theory and practice.
The degree has a strong focus on evidence-based practice, setting a solid foundation and excellent academic and professional skills for employment or postgraduate study.
Key Facts
- The Social Care and Community Practice (Hons) degree from University of Northampton will prepare you for employment in the field of social care and working with diverse communities. These opportunities are in a wide range of voluntary, statutory and private sector organisations.
- You will experience two short shadow placements and an extended placement whilst on the course which will give you relevant practice experience to take to employers.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Social Issues
- Understanding Diverse Communities
- Academic Skills
- Applying Law and Social Policy to Social Change
- Developing Skills for Employment
- Understanding Social Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Northampton, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Social Work Community Development View 33 other Bachelors in Community Development in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be BCC at A Level or DMM at BTEC. An Access Course must include 30 level 3 credits at Merit.
- Applicants also need to hold a GCSE (or an equivalent qualification) in English Language at grade C or above. International applications and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications are welcome.
Admission to this Foundation Framework is normally:
- DEE at A Level or MPP at BTEC
- however, it is also great if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents15700 GBP / year≈ 15700 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
Additional Details
- UK Part Time: £1,585 per 20 credit module
Living costs
Northampton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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