BSc (Hons) Social Policy
- Part-time study available
- International students can apply
- Work placement opportunity
Career Prospects
Our graduates use their Social Policy degree in different ways. Some enter careers which have a direct relationship to their degree and work within the public services or voluntary sector – for example in social care, housing and public health. Some use their degree as a ‘gateway’ into further training/qualifications including a PGCE (teaching).
You will be prepared to undertake employment in an expanding health and social care environment as well as the local government, civil service, the voluntary sector, public sector, criminal justice system, the probation service, teaching and social housing. You will also have the opportunity to pursue further training, postgraduate degrees or research opportunities.
Employers of our graduates include Manchester City Council, NACRO and North Manchester Healthcare NHS Trust, Connexions and Sure Start.
Alumni Profile
Jennifer James
Jennifer James, who is deaf and dyslexic, left school at 16 without any qualifications. She felt let down by a system that did not give her the support that she needed to succeed. However, Jennifer refused to give up and started an Access to Higher Education course when she was 23. She passed with flying colours and in 2008 graduated from Salford University with a BSc (Hons) Social Policy. After graduating Jennifer won an internship with the Department of Children, Schools and Families. In September 2009 Jennifer was offered a post as a personal advisor for new job seeker claims at Job Centre Plus in South London. She has also trained as a disability advisor and is very active in the disability movement, using her experience to champion the rights of disabled people.
Jennifer says “With the University’s support and understanding I have been able to begin to reach my true potential. They supported me every step of the way.”
Bernard Melling, one of Jennifer’s tutors says “Jennifer has really blossomed since she came to Salford. She may not have had the best start at school but her determination, ability and positive attitude have helped her to overcome this.”
Industry Links
If you undertake a community placement you will be placed in one of our partnering organisations ranging from local government to private social care providers. We have a wide of placements to suit your goals and aspirations. We maintain these strong links with industry so you get the best possible chance to apply what you have learned academically in a real-world setting.