School of Education and Social Sciences

Our School is built on a proud heritage that dates back to 1844. Since then, we have grown into a dynamic centre for educational excellence and impactful research, with a global outlook and a strong commitment to addressing the challenges facing contemporary society. Today, we continue to build on the vision of our founding educators - creating a vibrant academic environment that reaches beyond the classroom to engage with communities locally, nationally, and internationally. Through our teaching, research, and outreach activities, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world around us.

Our degree programmes in the School of Education and Social Sciences are designed to prepare and inspire you for a wide range of careers associated with your degree subject.

Our BA Social Work and MA Social Work programmes will qualify you for professional social work registration.

Our BA programmes also run in:Early Childhood, Education, Health and Social CareSociology and Special Educational Needs & Disability Studies

In addition there are BA Major degrees in: Childhood & Youth, Health and Wellbeing, Social Care, Sociology and Special Educational Needs.

Alongside these courses, we offer a Level 6 Youth Worker Degree Apprenticeship. This qualification is recognised by the JNC and leads to a degree, as well as the graduate becoming a JNC qualified Youth Worker.

Finally we have our further MA programmes, which provide an academic route for those wanting to further their study. A full list of our MA programmes can be found on our Postgradaute Course directory.

The teaching in the School is provided by highly qualified staff who research and publish in their field. Our aim is to make your time with us enjoyable but also challenging and thought-provoking. Our programmes will provide you with the necessary skills, competences and knowledge to challenge societal inequalities and support your communities.

Dr Frank Su

Head of the School of Education and Social Sciences