This programme will give you a fascinating and dynamic experience, learning first-hand from service users, carers and practitioners, as well as our world leading academics. A career in social work is incredibly rewarding and plays a vital role within society, working in communities with vulnerable individuals and families to help improve their life's outcomes, by protecting them from harm and abuse. Throughout the Social Work degree there will be an emphasis on the fundamental professional principles, including a commitment to human rights, social justice, equality, diversity and inclusion. Key areas of practice, such as communication, relationship-based practice, and working collaboratively within organisations, are explored throughout our stimulating programme. There are also opportunities for inter-professional education, working with students from other health related disciplines, to develop your understanding of how social workers need to work together with other related professions to provide holistic support. As a student on our BA Social Work degree, you will become part of social work history, by studying in the oldest social work department in the country.