Change lives for the better with a degree in Social Work or Health and Social Care.
Explore your passion in tackling complex social issues and improving lives
Study Health and Social Care at Kent
Why Social Work or Health and Social Care?
Studying at Canterbury
If you want a traditional university experience, Canterbury is the right place for you. Our self-contained campus with over 250 societies makes it a place for everyone.
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Social Work at Kent scored 91% overall in The Complete University Guide 2023.
Get to work
"My work placement has been challenging, but amazing... an invaluable opportunity to gain experience and insight." - Willis Atherley-Bourne, Social Work BA
Cross-campus community
With our Health and Social Care course at Canterbury, and Social Work at Medway, we have a diverse and dynamic community of students and academics dedicated to driving positive change.
Studying at Medway
Whether you prefer a smaller, close knit environment, or if you're hoping to commute to University from elsewhere in Kent or London, Medway is the perfect place to study social work.
Find what's right for you.
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Studying social work on our Medway campus, you will learn from leading academics who are dedicated to ensuring you develop the knowledge and practical skills you need to become a confident, competent social work practitioner, ready to change lives for the better.
Our Medway campus is friendly and close-knit, with students from a variety of backgrounds working and socialising together. Location is everything, and with Medway having great travel links to London and the rest of Kent, you'll be able to live on campus, or commute for your studies - study in the way that's right for you at Medway.
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Tomorrow's world is your world
We're committed to helping you succeed in tomorrow's world. Be inspired by the success stories of our alumni, discover the careers support available to you as a Kent student, and explore an exciting range of options for enhancing your employability.
Student support
How we support student success.
As a student beginning your undergraduate studies, it is okay to feel nervous. At Kent, we make sure you can make the step up to university feeling welcomed and well-supported with your learning. You’ll find a reassuring range of schemes in place to help you succeed in your degree.
