Start Your Story in Social Work, Health & Social Care
at the University of Cumbria
Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career with our courses in social work, health, and social care. We value the experiences you bring and offer personalised support every step of the way. Through practical learning and compassionate guidance, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to make a real impact in people’s lives and the communities they live in.
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Clearing is now open. Browse courses and apply today to secure your place this September.
Go to clearingWhy Choose Social Work, Health & Social Care at Cumbria?
From healthcare workers to sports industry professionals, social workers, and chartered psychologists, you’ll learn from lecturers with extensive professional experience in your degree subject, as well as research expertise.
Apply your studies to real life with practical placements and simulated 'real-world' learning exercises using virtual reality (VR) and actors.
With strong links to local authorities, NHS Trusts, and frontline services, your learning will be grounded in the realities of modern social work from day one.
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"With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, our courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need."
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"The tutors have done their best to ensure we are supported. I am very proud to be a student at the University of Cumbria."
- ELEANOR ARMSTRONG, BA (HONS) - SOCIAL WORK
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"Cumbria felt like the best option for me. The staff at the university were extremely helpful and supportive and it seemed there were many mature students already attending the university."
- SHARON PALMER, BSC (HONS) - HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (WITH INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR)
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"I love how broad my course is, this allows me to look at a whole range of factors that affect children, young people and families. I feel this broad knowledge will allow me to adapt to different jobs within the sector."
- HANNAH PANTLING, WORKING WITH CHILDREN & FAMILIES