Welcome to the School of Social Work

The School of Social Work has a highly regarded national and international research profile and well established tradition of professional social work education. Links with local and regional employers have helped shape the range of programmes offered within the School.  Courses include Social Work, Health and Social care, Care Community and Citizenship, Social Policy, and Education and Childhood Studies.  

Steady growth over the past 10 years has enabled the School of Social Work to develop courses and programmes to enhance the employment opportunities of graduating students. Research informed teaching, diverse placement opportunities and high levels of support from staff are key principles underpinning all teaching and  learning within the School.

The School of Social Work has in excess of  800 students on programmes including Foundation Entry, Foundation Degree, undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree levels of study. Combined Honours programmes and cross - professional courses with Education and Health departments, reflect an emphasis on meeting the learning needs of social and health care professionals in a wide range of settings.

About the School of Social Work

After a 40 year history of involvement in social work training, and recent major restructuring within the University of Central Lancashire, the School of Social Work was established in 2008. This has provided an opportunity to build on the growth of the past two decades in a context of rapid social change. Reflecting  demands for better qualified workers within the social care sector we are committed to raising the standards of practice through high quality education programmes. Our partnerships with Skills for Care and the Childrens’ Workforce Development Council are important in the work of the School in both research and teaching.

Supported by the Faculty Placement Learning Unit, we are able to negotiate and develop a range of learning opportunities relevant to programmes of study. In addition the School of Social Work values the participation of service users and carers groups in most aspects of its work.

Located in the Harrington Building, close to parking and library facilities,  the School of Social Work has the advantage of a well equipped learning environment with open access computer rooms and cafeteria on the ground floor.

Current Newsletter

Better Futures Spring Newsletter 2012