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Department of Social Work

Our Department of Social Work will support you to become a knowledgable professional with the skills you need in the sector, with invaluable industry placements built into the curriculum.

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Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Deanna Vaughan

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Social Enterprise Myth Busting with Hayley Gillard

Join us in a Live Q&A with UCB Enterprise Hive as we Bust the Myths around Social Enterprise with our expert advisor Hayley Gillard.

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Head of Department - Health, Social Care and Education

Debbie Hocknull

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Head of Department for Social Work and Social Care

Dr Gemma Hunt

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Lecturer

Jane Murdoch

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Senior Lecturer

Zoe Hodgson

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Lecturer

Ellie Horton

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Lecturer

Claudette Bailey

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Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Shar Randall

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Lecturer

Sunny Mehan

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Learning Skills and Development Coach

Joanna Cadman

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Senior Lecturer

Helen Waters

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Senior Lecturer

Fatima Rahim

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Senior Lecturer

Jill Nathan

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Senior Lecturer

Scott Banks

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Subject Lead - Sociology and Health & Social Care

Helen Foy

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Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Dr Daniella Nayyar

Other

Head of Humanities and Social Sciences

Emma Ball

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International Women’s Day 2023

It's International Women's Day on 8 March, and we're holding a range of events this week to mark the occasion.

Other

Contact us

There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.

Other

Faye Malkin

Faye is the apprenticeship lead for the Cygnet group; an independent health and social care provider.

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Lecturer

Badawy Sayed

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Lecturer

Leon Dixon

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Senior Lecturer

Alex Harris

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Associate Professor, Head of Department (Business and Enterprise)

Kathryn Hayat

News and insights

Guild Officer invited to Westminster to discuss national student housing crisis

Natasha Fernandes, University College Birmingham’s Guild’s Equalities Officer, was recently featured in the government’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for students on the national student housing crisis. The APPG provided parliamentarians with the knowledge to inform policies on student housing.

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UCB secures landmark Level 3 apprenticeship contract with major housing association

UCB has confirmed a sought-after deal to provide 20 Level 3 Apprenticeships to staff at the Midland Heart Housing Association, forming the final stage of the company's three-part leadership programme.

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University’s social work provision receives exemplary Social Work England approval

Report positions University College Birmingham as the leading national benchmark in social work education.

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University College Birmingham recognised for increasing social mobility

University College Birmingham has been ranked in the top 25 of higher education institutions in England committed to increasing social mobility.

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Two nursing master's launched for community health and social care

University College Birmingham has launched a new MSc Adult Social Care Nursing, MSc Homeless and Inclusion Health Nursing and a V300 prescribing course to support community and social care Registered Nurses.

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Tech leaders gather for successful summer social at Moss House

The TechWM summer social was in full swing at Moss House, University College Birmingham, with regional tech industry leaders entrepreneurs, enthusiasts and influential figures from across the West Midlands in attendance.

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Lecturer's social media and violence paper praised by Baroness Greenfield

A new report co-written by a UCB lecturer investigating the link between social media and youth violence has been labelled "urgent reading" by a member of the House of Lords.

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UCB's new health and social care course is first of its kind

UCB is blazing a trail with its innovative new health and social care course which allows practitioners to be assessed while they work.

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Health and Social Care undergraduates gain real experience mentoring college students

Students on University College Birmingham’s health and social care degree are getting vital real-life experience by mentoring those studying the subject at college level.

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Free start-up school offers expert insight for University’s social entrepreneurs

Aspiring entrepreneurs at University College Birmingham have been invited to join a start-up school as part of a new partnership designed to support social enterprise.

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Calling all writers, photographers and social media fanatics: Join our blogging team!

Do you enjoy writing? Love taking photos or sharing snaps on Instagram? Looking for an opportunity to boost your CV and showcase your digital skills to future employers? Then we want to hear from you!

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UCB signs major apprenticeship deal with housing association to help develop future leaders

UCB has signed a major deal with Midland Heart, one of the region’s leading housing associations, which will see them enrol future leaders and managers onto apprenticeships.

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Talented trio represent UCB at WorldSkills health and social care competition

Three promising UCB health and social care students with “natural ability” are off to demonstrate their talents...

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Health, Social Care and Childcare progression event a resounding success

A recruitment event was held in the hired@UCB suite to show students on UCB’s Health and Social Care and Childcare courses what opportunities await them after graduation.

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Ed Bird

When it comes to studying marketing, Ed’s own experience in management and business shows the benefits this knowledge can bring for your future career.

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Aspiring paramedic makes national health and social care competition final

An aspiring young paramedic studying at UCB is one of just eight out of 95 16-19 year old health and care students to reach the grand final of WorldSkills UK.

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Above and Beyond: Widening Participation for Apprenticeship Learners within Health and Social Care

Jane Murdoch and Aaron Bradbury based in the School of Education, Health and Community have had this article published in FE News.

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Calling all budding writers, photographers, Instagrammers and all round social media addicts

Would you love a part-time job, but feel too busy to commit to regular shifts every week? Looking for a way to impress future employers and make the most of your digital skills

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Have you got what it takes to be a UCBlogger?

If you're an aspiring writer who enjoys using social media and knows how to create great content, including photos and videos, we need to hear from you.

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Owlbert takes the Birmingham public under his wing

Owlbert has been causing quite a hoot over the last few weeks from his perch outside of Birmingham Library.

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Graduate and entrepreneur hosts Building a Brighter Future event

A University College Birmingham graduate brought together a host of strategic partners for a conference promoting sustainable business growth, social responsibility, and social impact practices in the construction industry.

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Nshae Thompson

Health and Social Care Level 3

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Annabelle Marquis

Health and Social Care BSc (Hons)

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New funding available for V300 postgraduate nurse prescribing course

The Department of Health and Nutrition has successfully secured new funding for registered nurses hoping to embark on our recently created nurse prescribing course.

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Marketing students rise to the TikTok challenge to showcase Birmingham icons

Digital Marketing and Marketing Management students presented with the rare opportunity to take part in a social media challenge set by a local company with a global reach.

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Green Construction Advisory Panel Midlands launches at University

The panel comprises training providers, building services, housing, and construction businesses, and is supported by government agencies and charities, across the UK. GCAP will educate both the current and future workforce on emerging technologies, considering environmental impacts and helping the…

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Student Lauren wows at WorldSkills

Health and Social Care student Lauren Stansbie has achieved third place at the regional heats of the World Skills contest – a competition for those working in the care industry drawing competitors from colleges and universities all over the world.

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Primary teaching graduate Hayley holds Makaton training for fellow students

A newly-qualified teacher who trained at University College Birmingham as a mature student had the opportunity to build her skills in the classroom by holding sessions on Makaton for her fellow course mates.

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High-flying aviation students advise Birmingham Airport on noise pollution

Six Aviation and Airport Management degree (AAM) students have spent this morning in important discussions with Birmingham Airport’s Corporate Responsibility Manager, Andy Holding, detailing ways to build positive relationships with neighbouring communities and deal with local complaints.

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How a hash brown TikTok led to recipe book deal for apprentice Poppy

A University College Birmingham chef apprentice who amassed over a million social media followers after sharing a video on making hash browns is to see her first recipe book go on sale later this year.

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Department of Social Work

Our Department of Social Work will support you to become a knowledgable professional with the skills you need in the sector, with invaluable industry placements built into the curriculum.

Other

Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Deanna Vaughan

Other

Social Enterprise Myth Busting with Hayley Gillard

Join us in a Live Q&A with UCB Enterprise Hive as we Bust the Myths around Social Enterprise with our expert advisor Hayley Gillard.

Other

Head of Department - Health, Social Care and Education

Debbie Hocknull

Other

Head of Department for Social Work and Social Care

Dr Gemma Hunt

Other

Lecturer

Jane Murdoch

Other

Senior Lecturer

Zoe Hodgson

Other

Lecturer

Ellie Horton

Other

Lecturer

Claudette Bailey

Other

Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Shar Randall

Other

Lecturer

Sunny Mehan

Other

Learning Skills and Development Coach

Joanna Cadman

Other

Senior Lecturer

Helen Waters

Other

Senior Lecturer

Fatima Rahim

Other

Senior Lecturer

Jill Nathan

Other

Senior Lecturer

Scott Banks

Other

Subject Lead - Sociology and Health & Social Care

Helen Foy

Other

Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Dr Daniella Nayyar

Other

Head of Humanities and Social Sciences

Emma Ball

Other

International Women’s Day 2023

It's International Women's Day on 8 March, and we're holding a range of events this week to mark the occasion.

Other

Contact us

There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.

Other

Faye Malkin

Faye is the apprenticeship lead for the Cygnet group; an independent health and social care provider.

Other

Lecturer

Badawy Sayed

Other

Lecturer

Leon Dixon

Other

Senior Lecturer

Alex Harris

Other

Associate Professor, Head of Department (Business and Enterprise)

Kathryn Hayat