BA (Hons) Social Care and Deaf Studies
Course Overview
This unique course combines the study of social care with a deep exploration of Deaf culture and communication, preparing you for a professional career supporting diverse communities. You will critically analyze contemporary social care systems while gaining practical skills in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf-blind communication. The program emphasizes real-world experience through volunteering opportunities and is taught by a dedicated team of both Deaf and hearing professionals.
Key Program Highlights
- Learn British Sign Language (BSL) from beginner to intermediate level, plus specialized Deaf-blind communication techniques.
- Gain hands-on professional experience through a credited voluntary work placement in a community or care setting.
- Critically analyze social care policy, provision, and management within both UK and European contexts.
- Learn from a diverse lecturing team of Deaf and hearing academics with extensive professional experience.
- Explore the specific social issues and experiences of Deaf people and other groups within the social care system.
Course Overview
This unique course combines the study of social care with a deep exploration of Deaf culture and communication, preparing you for a professional career supporting diverse communities. You will critically analyze contemporary social care systems while gaining practical skills in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf-blind communication. The program emphasizes real-world experience through volunteering opportunities and is taught by a dedicated team of both Deaf and hearing professionals.
Key Program Highlights
- Learn British Sign Language (BSL) from beginner to intermediate level, plus specialized Deaf-blind communication techniques.
- Gain hands-on professional experience through a credited voluntary work placement in a community or care setting.
- Critically analyze social care policy, provision, and management within both UK and European contexts.
- Learn from a diverse lecturing team of Deaf and hearing academics with extensive professional experience.
- Explore the specific social issues and experiences of Deaf people and other groups within the social care system.
