The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BSc in Social Policy. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BSc. <br>The foundation year (level 3) will be delivered by The College, Swansea University (TCSU). Years 2-4 (levels 4-6) will be delivered by the School of Social Sciences. You will explore how society promotes the well-being of its members, examining themes and values such as social justice, equality, fairness, and citizenship, alongside specific policy focal points such as health, education, housing, disability, crime, poverty, and the family.You will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to communicate your ideas effectively in a range of formats.Optional modules give you the scope to tailor your studies to your particular interests, career goals, or plans for post-graduate study. Based in the School of Social Sciences, you will be immersed in a dynamic research and learning environment with many opportunities to build links with students from related disciplines.<br>In your second year, you will have the opportunity to complete a work placement on a day release basis, enhancing your career prospects and developing your interpersonal skills. Recent employers include voluntary organisations, social housing providers, and national and local charities.<br>A Social Policy degree opens up a wide range of career and further study opportunities. Our graduates have gone on to:<br>Postgraduate study in Education, Social Research and Ageing Studies<br>Research posts in universities and private social research companies, Third Sector policy-based roles<br>Work in housing policy for local government and housing associations, Posts in the Health and Social Care sector