School of Healthcare

FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH

Undergraduate
Course Guide 2014
Adult Nursing I Child Nursing I Mental health Nursing
Healthcare Science (Audiology) I Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology)
Midwifery I Radiography I Social work
Making a positive
difference to health
Inspirational teachers, innovative courses and vibrant placements
Welcome to
world class
healthcare study
Leeds is one of the largest and most
respected schools of healthcare
in the UK, rated as ‘world leading’
and ‘internationally excellent’ in our
research.* Our staff advise the NHS,
shape national health policy and develop
influential and respected graduates.
We want to inspire high quality students
to develop potential and enable them
to lead and shape future practice,
education and research.
We have a long tradition
of providing outstanding
healthcare graduates
for the NHS and in
community healthcare
*RAE 2008
Building a
healthcare
career
Our aim is to develop the best
graduates in the country; 98% of our
students have a job when they finish
their degree and many return to us to
study at postgraduate level.
Our
The best hospitals inspirational
and community staff
experience We have inspirational teachers and
Studying at Leeds, you will have
outstanding practice experience on
your doorstep.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
is one of the largest, most innovative
university hospitals in England,
combining high quality clinical services
with academic research pushing the
boundaries of healthcare. We also have
close relationships with specialist units
in the region in diagnostic imaging
and audiology.
International
experience
We believe in offering you the broadest
healthcare experience possible. We have
excellent relationships with teaching
hospitals around the world so you can
experience healthcare in other cultures.
Our students have travelled to Africa,
China and Kathmandu to assist in
hospitals and communities to broaden
their horizons and develop insights.
It’s often a life-changing experience.
great facilities
to study, learn
and relax in
Based in the historic Baines Wing, the
School has opened new purpose-built
study and chill-out zones and we are
planning an ambitious new clinical
practice, development in 2013-2014.
Our teaching is conducted with clinical
practice in our own hospital ward,
dedicated IT suite, Audiology labs
and access to one of the best medical
libraries in the world.
world class researchers at the leading
edge of their professions to support
and develop you while you study with
us. Our staff lead on nursing ethics,
develop new national competencies and
represent professional bodies such as
the NMC, at the highest levels.
They are recognised internally by
personal tutor awards, for going
‘the extra mile’ and externally by
organisations such as UNICEF for
developing baby friendly initiatives.

Great Campus
Leeds is the only students’ union
in the country to receive two gold
standard awards for the Students’
Union Evaluation Initiative with great
cafés, bars, restaurants theatres and
live venues. The Edge is our state-of-
the-art fitness, sport and well-being
facility, which includes a 25m eight lane
swimming pool and the largest fitness
suite of any UK university.
Great student city
Leeds is the fastest growing city in
Europe and second largest in the UK,
but it’s full of green spaces and easy
to get around. It’s won best student
city and most affordable city accolades
and the university is just minutes from
the centre. It’s an exciting time to be
coming to Leeds – this year saw the
opening of the new £350million Trinity
Leeds ‘retail temple’ with all the latest
shops and the new 12,000 seater Leeds
Arena has just opened.
Studying with us
requires commitment,
determination
and dedication
What makes a So why study healthcare?
People remember the healthcare
successful professionals that care for them.
healthcare Our graduates touch people’s lives
in many personal ways and being a
graduate? Leeds graduate gives you an excellent
Leeds School of Healthcare springboard to build a rewarding a career.
graduates are respected
and valued throughout the Choose from
health service and across our programme
the world. This is why: areas:
Commitment and dedication
Our courses are some of the most
08 Adult Nursing
challenging in the university and 10 Child Nursing
studying with us requires commitment, 12 Healthcare Sciences
determination and dedication. Our (Audiology)
courses involve practice and academic 14 Healthcare Sciences
study and continue throughout the year, (Cardiac Physiology)
as you build your skill and knowledge.
16 Midwifery
Flexibility, adaptability 18 Mental Health Nursing
In your first term you will be allocated
20 Radiography
your placement. Here, you will be
(Diagnostic Imaging)
dealing with the public, as well as
assisting health and social care 22 Social Work
professionals during the days
and nights.
Empathy and listening skills
Our students are comfortable talking
How to
and listening to others, they are able contact us
to show understanding and empathy, Email: admissions@healthcare.leeds.ac.uk
recognise need and be able to remain Telephone: Tel: 0113 343 1347
in control and be professional in any
Website: healthcare.leeds.ac.uk
given situation.
Personal caring experience
You may have had previous
experience of caring; whether for a
family member, relative or loved one.
Or you may have worked in a care
home, in the St. John’s Ambulance
service or as a volunteer in the church
or community. It all helps.
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Our people
Setting standards, changing lives
At the School of Healthcare, we are proud to use our knowledge,
expertise and skills to improve the lives of others, whether changing
NHS policy or setting national and international standards. These are
just a few snapshots of our staff and students who help us make a
difference and make our school a unique place to work and study.
Protecting
vulnerable
young mothers
The School of Healthcare is leading
an international collaboration called
‘Minding the Baby’, with Yale University,
and the National Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty to Children
(NSPCC), with Dr Gary Mountain
and Prof Dawn Freshwater providing
clinical supervision and professional
development. Dr Gary Mountain, Child
lecturer, said, “This directly helps
vulnerable, first time mothers aged
14-25 across the UK, to care and cope
with the challenges of having a baby.
Minding the Baby is a project that
will have significant impact and bring
enormous societal benefits to vulnerable
young women.” Chris Cuthbert of the
NSPCC added: “Babies and toddlers
are the most vulnerable members of our
society. We are delighted to be working
with some of the world’s best experts to
deliver services that will make a crucial
difference to their lives.”
The visit gave me
some understanding
of the complexities
of an international
nursing curriculum
Improving nursing
competences in
the UK
Michelle Clayton, Lecturer in liver care,
recently led a team which has developed
new Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
Competences in Liver care. Liver disease
is the 5th biggest killer in the UK and
rising, through alcohol misuse, viral
hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver
disease due to obesity.
RCN competences are national
guidelines on how to care for patients
and are used by all UK nursing staff.
They provide professional standards
Modernising
of care covering the whole spectrum healthcare
from prevention and health education,
through to end of life planning.
education in
Pakistan
Dr Janet Holt, Director of Student
Education was recently invited to the Aga
Khan University School of Nursing (AKU-
SoN) in Karachi, Pakistan to advise on
the modernisation of their undergraduate
and postgraduate nursing curricula.
As well as the programmes in Pakistan,
nursing programmes are also offered
in AKU’s satellite campuses in Kenya,
Uganda and Tanzania, including
initiatives to improve higher education in
nursing in Syria, Afghanistan and Egypt.
Janet said, “The visit gave me some
Michelle said, “The School’s students
understanding of the complexities of an
will benefit directly as the framework is
international nursing curriculum and the
embedded across the wider pre and post
opportunity to consider global issues in
graduate nursing programmes, providing
healthcare ethics in keeping with the
cutting edge insight into the current and
international aspects of our strategic
future issues facing the NHS.”
vision. I will be keeping in contact with
the members of staff at AKU-SoN and
hope to develop our relationship with
them in the future.”
Advising national
Nursing and
Midwifery policy
Dr Kuldip Bharj OBE, is a Senior
Lecturer and a Lead Midwife for The NHS Care Makers
Education; she teaches across We know our students work hard and the demands on their academic and practical time
Midwifery and Nursing in the School are high. However, when a group of our Adult Nursing students volunteered to become
and is clinical liaison lecturer and a Care Makers for the NHS Confederation Conferences, we were justifiably proud.
personal tutor to students.
Based on the ‘Games makers’ olympic volunteer groups, the Care Makers provided
However, away from the school, event support, coordination and communication at the conference, to thousands
her experience and knowledge is in of visitors, and the students won praise from the NHS organisers for their help and
demand at national level. Kuldip was assistance. Back row: Florence Bukulu, Jessica Ainsley-Gill, Sandra Dunford, Sarah
part of the Prime Minister’s committee Weaver. Front row, Rose North, Rachel Booth and Eilish Owen.
on the future of Nursing and Midwifery
which contributed to the influential
report “Caring on the Frontline” and
she has served on the Nursing and
Midwifery Council (NMC) and as Chair
of the NMC Midwifery committee.
She has also undertaken public
duties in the NHS. Kuldip says, “My
roles allow unique insight into the key
issues affecting nurses and midwives
in both regulation and practice. This
means I can use that insight to enrich
student learning, across modules,
placements and practice advice.

These benefits allow Leeds

to innovate ahead of other
areas of the country, which
gives our students an added
advantage when they look
for roles in the NHS.
Supporting our students personally
Kath Guyers provides individual student support and advice independent of our
programmes of study. Any student can make an appointment to have a confidential
chat for advice about any issue that may be affecting their time at University. Kath is
also a former winner of the University’s Personal Tutor of the year Award. The citation
she received said, “Kath is a friendly, supportive and approachable member of staff
who helps you believe in yourself when you might otherwise feel like giving up.”
This award is special to us because it’s nominated by our students, and it recognises
and celebrates the impact that excellent teaching, tutoring and representation has on
students at Leeds.

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Our school facilities
The IT Cluster
Housed on the second floor, the
IT cluster provides modern, high
specification computers and printers
under the original roof of the Baines
Wing. The cluster also has two glass
meeting rooms with plasma screens for
students to use and there’s a lounge
area for informal chats and preparation.
The Student Zone
We opened the Student Zone last year
and it is comprised of two specially
created areas built and designed in
consultation and discussion with the
student community.
The Study Zone
The room incorporates the latest
interactive technology in two group
learning pods, which enable pcs,
laptops, tablets and smart phones to
share student presentations, work and
data. The look and feel of the room
creates a traditional study environment
with padded seating for small groups or
individual use, in a sound-proofed area.
The Chill Out Zone
This provides students with somewhere
calm to relax and meet in their own
space, with sofas, easy chairs and
includes a plasma TV and full wireless
connectivity.
The School of Healthcare
is committed to giving the
highest levels of support to
our students and the historic
Baines Wing is home to some
of the most modern facilities
in the UK, both on-site and
on-line. We have a rolling
programme of investment to
maintain our ability to give
you an outstanding student
experience, improving
teaching and meeting spaces
for the 21st century.
The Study Zone
The Clinical
Skills Suite
The Clinical Skills Suite recreates an
actual hospital ward with beds, ancillary
equipment and washing areas. Students
can practice clinical procedures and get
a feel for hospital protocols and practice
in the main ward area. We also have
a Radiography Clinical Skills room at
Leeds General Infirmary. The Chill Out Zone
UPDATE:
The School is redeveloping the
3rd floor clinical practice area
to create a new paediatric and We have a rolling
maternity unit and a new critical
care unit, all ready for the 2014
programme of
academic year. investment to improve
teaching spaces

The Miall
Lecture Theatre
We have our own Miall Lecture Theatre
(named after Louis Compton Miall,
the first Professor of Biology at the
University of Leeds. This seats around
100 people and has been restored to its
former glory.
Audiology Labs
The Audiology labs provide a state-of-
the-art environment for audiological
teaching and research. They comprise
of three teaching labs, all of which are
equipped with cutting-edge technology
used in the diagnosis and rehabilitation
of hearing and balance conditions. Our
sound-proofed research labs house a
wide range of equipment that allows the
investigation of a number of research
questions. These include a set-up for
testing people’s ability to simultaneously
perform sound-localisation and postural
control tasks and equipment for making
physiological, psychophysical and
electroacoustic measurements.
Baines Wing Cafe
The Baines Wing Cafe is a hidden
gem: friendly staff, a great range of hot
and cold food and drink, with excellent
coffee! There are comfy chairs, shared
pcs and extended opening hours, so
Healthcare students can refuel after
a long study day or coming back late
from placement.
During the day you can also access the
private courtyard through the cafe. This
is a beautiful open space and a great
place to find peace in a quiet corner.
Our online
facilities
These are available to all healthcare
students to support your studies
and placements. Blackboard Virtual
Learning Environment (VLE), is used by
all students to access course materials,
respond to questionnaires, and submit
work for marking and much more.
This will become part of your life as
a healthcare student. We have online
marking systems and feedback to help
students manage their time and plan
their activities more effectively.
PhD suite
Our vibrant PhD community is the engine
room of our research activity, developing
new ideas and methodologies to find
solutions for the healthcare issues we face.
For students aspiring to a research career,
we have outstanding facilities for our
postgraduate research community. The
PhD suite is a purpose built room under
the original eaves of the Baines wing
with personal workspaces, administrative
support and its own kitchen.
The PhD Suite
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Adult Nursing
How we make a difference
This three year degree is designed to develop 21st century
nurses with the skills and knowledge to work in the dynamic
healthcare environment.
At Leeds you will develop the awareness and insight to problem solve, manage
change, develop critical and analytical skills, as well as mastering the clinical
skills to practice as a nurse to enable you to meet both the Nursing and Midwifery
Council requirements and European directives.
About the course
Adult Nursing is a challenging and
rewarding profession which requires
intellect and commitment, good people
skills, compassion, a sense of humour
and lots of patience and understanding.
What you will
study
Year 1: This is a trans-disciplinary year
where you work alongside other health
professionals learning key concepts.
Year 2: This includes the study of
nursing the acutely ill adult, and nursing
an adult with a long term condition; you
will explore health promotion and health
education; develop understanding of
issues related to safeguarding adults;
debate legal and ethical concepts
related to nursing and develop the skills
for evaluating the research evidence
underpinning clinical practice.
Year 3: You will study the assessment
and management of pain, examine
critical thinking and decision making
skills, leadership skills and will be
supported in making the transition to
the role of qualified nurse. A research
dissertation develops your ability to
use, summarise and communicate
research evidence and apply it to your
professional practice. There is also
an optional module which offers the
opportunity to undertake a clinical
placement abroad.
Our tutors
Our adult nursing tutors are NMC
registered nurses, who come from
specialist areas such as A&E, ICU,
respiratory, cardiac care, dermatology
and pain specialists. So along with
teaching the curriculum, they can share
their broad experiences of nursing.
Some are also be members of specialist
groups such as the Higher Education
Academy and national nursing councils.
A number of staff within the school
have been awarded Leeds University
Teaching Fellowships or National Teaching
Fellowships for their work in leading and
supporting education within the University.
Our research
expertise
We have one overarching grouping
for our research activity: Long-Term
Conditions and Self-Management,
particularly among older people. This is
organised into four topic areas; pain and
cancer care, medicines management,
wound management, and mental health.
In addition, we have two areas that cut
across projects; decision making and
methodological development.
Adult Nursing is
a challenging and
rewarding occupation
 BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
include Maths, English and Science:
normally Maths and English at grade B
PLUS 3 A levels at grade BBB
(with preference being given to
science subjects and excluding
General studies)
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
Distinction/Distinction/Distinction
in: Health and Social Care (Health
Sciences); Health and Social Care
(Health studies);
OR Access to Higher Education course
in Nursing Pathway or Health Sciences
with a minimum of 45 level 3 credits
passed at Distinction.
PLUS normally GCSE Maths and
English at grade B or above, preferably
5 GCSEs at grade C or above.
Fees and
bursaries
At the time of publication, all
tuition fees are paid by the NHS.
Students are eligible to apply for a
NHS means-tested bursary; visit
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students to
find out more.
Applications
All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by
15th January 2014.
our students
We presently have some extremely
successful students who go above
and beyond their studies to show their
commitment to nursing and care. Such as
Chris Ferry carrying the Olympic torch last
year for the outstanding work supporting
orphans in Kenya, or our students
becoming Caremakers to promote the six
C’s that are so essential in nursing.
Outstanding
placements
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust is one of the largest trusts in the
UK and includes one of the largest
teaching hospitals in Europe. It focuses
on providing quality services of both
secondary care and specialist tertiary
care to the population of Leeds and the
surrounding area.
Leeds is also a regional centre for a
number of specialist services such as
cancer and cardiac surgery and the
Trust is recognised as a national centre
of excellence for specialist services
such as paediatric and adult liver
transplantation.
Leeds General Infirmary
Admissions tutors
Adult nursing has a number of admission
tutors that can help with questions about
the programme. They are all adult nurses
and will be involved in shortlisting and
the recruitment events. Lynne Veal is the
Programme Manager.
Employability
Currently 100% of our graduates have
jobs within six months of leaving us.
CASE STUDY
Isla Maccaiman
1st year
“I originally visited Leeds with
my friends to have a look around
and I fell in love with the place.
The minute I walked in I felt
at home; Leeds has such a
good reputation for nursing
and I’ve always had a passion
for caring and wanted to give
something back.
“It was scary at first, but in my
first year I’ve learned so much
and feel I’ve really improved as
a nurse and as a person. I’ve
grown up.
“Every placement has been
different: challenging, tough, but
really enjoyable and the support
is incredible. The mentors and
staff are always there for you
and my friends on the course
all help. You become one big
family. We plan weekends, go
out for meals travel around.
“I couldn’t imagine going to any
other University. Choosing Leeds
was the best decision of my life.”
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Child Nursing
How we make
a difference
Children are unique people who
have distinct needs based on their
maturity and stage of development.
By developing a specialist knowledge
and through a variety of theoretical and
clinical experiences, you will gain the
skills needed to care for children, young
people and their families.

About the course

The BSc (Hons) Child Nursing degree
will develop the skills required for you
to provide holistic care to children in
a range of settings and working within
multi-professional groups, to enable you
to become a safe, reflective practitioner
and demonstrate a sound knowledge
base of children’s nursing.
What you
will study
In each year you will undertake 50%
theory and 50% in practice and
demonstrate the application of theory
to practice within a child nursing
environment.
Year 1: This is a trans-disciplinary year
where you work alongside other health
professionals learning key concepts.
Year 2: Looks at the normal development
of the child and young person and
chronic conditions affecting these age
groups. There is a strong focus on health
promotion and your placements are
mainly community based.
Year 3: Focuses on the acutely or
critically ill child and your placements will
be in regional speciality high dependency
and critical care areas. There may
also be opportunities to study on one
of four optional international modules.
Themes that run throughout the
programme include research, medicines
management and safeguarding.
Our tutors Our placements
The child health team is a dynamic and As a child nursing student in Leeds you
cohesive team with a range of clinical and will access a vibrant and diverse practice
scholarly interests. Michelle Green is the circuit. This covers both community and
programme leader and has a critical care
background. Kirsten Huby and Mandy
inpatient facilities and includes a Young
Offenders Institute, children’s hospice
Driffield have specialist knowledge in and respite services, regional and supra-
paediatric oncology and endocrinology regional inpatient services and specialist
and Sue Turrill specialises in neonatal nursing teams. You will be supported by
care. There is also strong community knowledgeable and enthusiastic mentors
nursing expertise within the team as as well as your academic lecturers
Melanie Robbins and Cilla Sanders have during your placement.
health visiting and community nursing
backgrounds. This range of expertise
allows the team to deliver a varied and
Our research
Our research has a national and
relevant children’s nursing programme.
international impact and informs your
Dr Gary Mountain is from a critical care
study and experience. We are currently
background and is currently involved
leading a new project with the NSPCC
in research looking at supporting new
and Yale University, called ‘Minding the
mothers. His previous research has
Baby,’ which provides intensive support
focused on measuring bite force in
for at risk young mothers, aged 14-25
children which attracted national and
and integrated health and care practice.
international interest.
See ‘Our People’ page 4.
The child health team is a dynamic and
cohesive team with a range of clinical
and scholarly interests.
 BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include
Maths, English and two science subjects.
PLUS 3 A levels grades BBB and must
have AS Biology at grade C or above
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
Distinction/Distinction/Distinction in:
Health and Social Care (Health Sciences);
Health and Social Care (Health studies);
Sport and Exercise Science
OR Access to Higher Education course
in Nursing Pathway or Health Sciences
with a minimum of 45 level 3 credits
at Distinction. If taking more than 45
level 3 credits all Biology modules must
be passed at distinction. Plus GCSE
Maths and English at grade C or above,
preferably 5 GCSEs at grade C or above.
Fees and
bursaries
At the time of publication, all
tuition fees are paid by the NHS.
Students are eligible to apply for a
NHS means-tested bursary; visit
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students to
find out more.
Applications
All full time undergraduate applications
must be made through UCAS
(www.ucas.com) by 15th January 2014.
Employability
100% of our students are in work or
study after six months. On graduation
our students have secured positions in
Children’s hospitals and children’s wards
in District General Hospitals all around the
country as well as remaining here in Leeds.
Admissions
tutor
Kirsten Huby and
Michelle Green are
the admissions tutors
for this programme.
They have been working together
in this role for four years and are
continuously developing the selection
and recruitment processes to ensure
that the best candidates are selected to
the programme.
About our
CASE STUDY students
Graduates from the child nursing
Meghan Hawkey degree are highly regarded
2nd year throughout the UK. Our graduates
have previously found employment
“When I came to the Open day in all the major children’s hospitals
I had a feeling I could really
see myself living here. The
across the UK as well as in other
hospitals and community posts.
staff here are really friendly
and made me feel welcome
and the facilities are fantastic.
I came up from the south and
it was easy to make friends,
and we all get along.
“I love the placements here,
which are excellent. Leeds
is a great teaching hospital,
and although the first time
was daunting, as a second
year student, it all falls into
place. I enjoy building rapport
with patients, getting to
know them, and every day is
unpredictable. The lecturers
have been so good – I give
them 10 out of ten!
“It’s not all about working and
the city is amazing, so much
to do, you can’t get bored. The NSS Highlights
Student’s union is one of the The child health team are recognised
best in the country and the new as enthusiastic and engaged teachers
who make the course intellectually
sports facilities and pool are
stimulating. Students also comment
outstanding. that their placements are appropriate,
“The last few years have been adequate support is provided and they
two of the best of my life and I feel valued as part of the clinical teams.
think Leeds has got the whole
package.”
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CASE STUDY
Hannah Greenwood
graduate audiologisT
Leeds is a well respected
course amongst audiology
professionals in the NHS
and I know it’s a factor in
our students getting jobs.
“I originally chose Leeds
because of the friendly staff
and the facilities. The labs
were far superior than others
I had seen and I had friends
who told me how good the
course was.
“My job is varied and
rewarding, particularly when
dealing with people with long
term problems, whose life is
transformed when we treat
them and I love it.
“I had a really happy
experience at Leeds,
the lecturers were really
supportive and I made a lot
of good friends, I’d definitely
recommend studying there.”
Healthcare Science
Audiology
Making a difference
Working as an audiologist is incredibly rewarding. Audiologists
are involved in diagnosis and rehabilitation of patients, which
allows practitioners to develop relationships with patients, and
see the benefits they receive from your audiological care.
About the course
Audiology is a varied and expanding
discipline, involving aspects of biological
sciences, engineering, psychology,
physics, electronics, speech and social
science. The BSc (Hons) Healthcare
Science (Audiology) degree at Leeds
has consistently been at the top of UK
league tables and we have excellent
placements in the region and strong
links with the community.
What you will
study
Year 1: You will gain a broad
understanding of the principles of
neurophysiological healthcare science
with an introduction to the theory and
practice of audiological assessment and
rehabilitation. You will start to learn how
to assess hearing function in the on-site
clinical laboratories and learn about
professional working. And you will also
start to develop your independent and
critical thinking skills.
Year 2: You will cover a range
of audiological assessment and
rehabilitation techniques which will
prepare you for your longer clinical
placement at the end of the academic
year. You will focus on adult hearing
impairment and the current technological
and non-technological options to improve
lives. You will undertake a NHS clinical
placement at the end of this year
where you will continue to develop
your audiological skills.
Year 3: You will explore a wide range of
hearing and balance disorders in more
depth and the options available to treat
and manage these conditions. You will
also conduct a research project in one
particular area of audiology. You will
continue to develop your practical skills
both in the on-site clinical laboratories
and also in your final clinical placement
in semester 2 of this year.
The tutors contributing to the programme
have a wide range of audiological
experience and expertise, both in the
clinical and research domains. All of the
audiology team have worked in clinical
departments and regularly disseminate
research at conferences and in peer-
reviewed international journals. This
includes a range of interests from the
usefulness of information leaflets given
to hearing aid users, what patients think
about their hearing loss, through to
modelling the physiological processes
within the inner ear.
The
Audiology
Lab
Substantial investment continues
to extend our state-of-the-art clinical
teaching laboratories. We have our
own dedicated audiology labs in
the School of Healthcare to give
you an outstanding learning
experience and prepare you for
placement and practice.

Outstanding
placements
Our students always talk positively
about their experiences on clinical
placement. We work closely with our
clinical colleagues to ensure that all
our clinical placements throughout the
Yorkshire region provide students with
an exceptional experience. Previous
students often describe placements as
the highlight of the programme.
Our research
expertise
The audiology team in the School of
Healthcare reflects a mix of professional
and disciplinary backgrounds in audiology,
biology, physiology and psychology. This
collaborative approach has led to a natural
generation of ideas for research that links
basic science and clinical practice and
fosters partnerships within and outside
of the University, including community
events and nationally and internationally
at overseas conferences.
Accreditation
We are approved by the Department
of Health to run the BSc (Hons)
Healthcare Science (Audiology) degree
course and we are accredited by the
British Academy of Audiology.
Employability
Currently 90% of our students are
in employment six months after
completing the course.
Admissions tutor
The admissions tutor
is Ted Killan. Ted
previously worked
as a clinical scientist
in Audiology before
joining the university.
His teaching and
research interests
are concerned with
the physiology of the inner ear. Most
summer weekends he can be found
playing cricket around Wharfedale.
Our students always talk positively about
their experiences on clinical placement
BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
include Maths, English and Science.
PLUS 3 A levels grades ABB – one
must include Science (e.g. Biology,
Human biology, Physics or Chemistry)
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
grades Distinction/Distinction/
Distinction and must contain at least
one-third Science content
OR Access to Higher Education 45
level 3 credits at Distinction and must
contain at least one third science
content. 5 GCSEs at grade C or above,
to include Maths, English and Science.
Fees and loans
There are no upfront fees for this
course and a loan is available to
cover your tuition costs of £9,000,
repayable when you earn a salary
of £21,000.
Applications
All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by
15th January 2014
our students
In addition to working in clinical practice,
past students have undertaken a
range of roles following graduation.
This includes PhD study and working
for hearing charities both in the UK
and overseas. Other achievements
include students presenting their final
year research project at international
conferences or in peer-reviewed journals.
NSS Highlights
We regularly achieve 100% satisfaction
and have been ranked joint first in our
sector for the past four years.
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Healthcare Science
Cardiac
Physiology
How we make
a difference
The BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science
(Cardiac Physiology) focuses primarily
on the diagnosis of cardiac disorders.
We work as part of a multi-disciplinary
team in such procedures as cardiac
catheterisations and pacemaker
implants, but also have autonomy in
exercise tolerance testing, ambulatory
monitoring and echocardiography.
About the course
The degree integrates academic and
workplace learning with an extended
academic year, although students do
not work over the summer.
Placements are an integral part of your
learning and we have an established
circuit of high quality environments for
you to learn from leading professionals.
What you
will study
Year 1: You will gain a broad
understanding of the principles of
healthcare science. This is alongside an
introduction to the theory and practice
of Cardiovascular respiratory and sleep
studies assessments.
Year 2: This incorporates a longer
placement specifically aimed at cardiac
physiology and your learning will focus
on the underpinning knowledge of
invasive and non-invasive procedures
and pathophysiology to support this.
Year 3: This provides a dedicated
semester to cardiac physiology practice,
developing and consolidating your year
1 & 2 practice, whilst learning further
therapeutic and invasive procedures.
Underpinning theory will support this.
You will also conduct a research project
into a chosen area of cardiology.
Our tutors
The current programme team consists
of Rhona Riley and Lisa Ashton with
new members joining in September.
Rhona is the Programme leader with 20
years’ experience in Clinical Physiology.
Lisa Ashton is placement co-ordinator
and admissions tutor with a total of 16
years clinical experience.
Clinical Skills
We have our own dedicated clinical
skills facility in the School of Healthcare
to give you an outstanding learning
experience. This supports preparing
you for clinical placement and practice
and is being upgraded for the 2014
academic year.
Our placements
We have very good established
relationships with all departments within
the Yorkshire and Humber region. All
placements provide the required skill set
and excellent support mechanisms for
students at all levels. Departments are
friendly and supportive environments
where you will gain invaluable experience
throughout the programme.
 BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
include: Maths, English and Science;
PLUS: 3 A levels grades ABB – one
must include science (Biology, Human
Biology, Physics or Chemistry)
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
grades Distinction/Distinction/
Distinction and must contain at least
one-third science content
OR Access to Higher Education 45
level 3 credits at Distinction and must
contain at least one third science
content. 5 GCSEs at grade C or above
to include maths, English and science.
Fees and loans
There are no upfront fees for this
course and a loan is available to
cover your tuition costs of £9,000,
repayable only when you earn a
salary of £21,000.
Applications
All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by
15th January 2014
Our research
expertise
The Healthcare Science team in the School
of Healthcare reflects a mix of professional
and disciplinary backgrounds in Audiology,
Cardiac Physiology, Biology and Psychology.
As a research-informed school of healthcare
we work collaboratively to share, grow and
extend our expertise in Cardiac Physiology
and Cardiology. Our research involves
studying and developing physiological
mechanisms, diagnostic procedures and
patient experiences that will inform and
develop clinical practice. Recently Lisa
presented at NET2012, an international
healthcare education conference. Whilst
both Lisa and Rhona regularly support
conferences such as Hearts and Minds.
Accreditation
All members of the team are registered
members of RCCP and SCST. Lisa is also
a member of Heart Rhythm UK.
We have our own
dedicated clinical skills
facility in the School of
Healthcare to give you
an outstanding learning
experience.
Employment
99% of our students are employed as a
Cardiac Physiologists within six months.
On graduation, students are qualified CASE STUDY
to work at a Band 5 level within a NHS
cardiology department. Will Newham
2nd year
Admissions tutor “Before I chose Leeds I had
Lisa Ashton currently
works as the
some work experience at Leeds
Programme admissions General Infirmary (LGI) and the
tutor. Having worked as staff recommended the course
a Cardiac Physiologist to me.
for over 10 years
before entering higher “The degree is a good balance
education training between study and placement
Lisa has expert knowledge in both fields. and I’m always learning new
Outside of the work environment Lisa things. The staff are really
follows football at all levels as well as helpful and supportive to
attending the Gym and socialising.
prepare you and offer advice
during the course.
“Overall, Leeds is a top university
and a great city and I’m hoping
to secure a job at the LGI and
continue my postgraduate
development after I graduate.”
Laura King, graduate prize winner
our students NSS Highlights
Graduates from Clinical Physiology Student satisfaction for the
Programmes have achieved great programme has always been
success. Most recently, students have high with students reporting
presented at national conferences excellent levels of support
including the British Cardiac Society, throughout the programme.
whilst recent graduate Laura King has NSS for 2011/12 were 96%.
picked up the Heartbeat new researcher
award, for her final year dissertation.
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Midwifery
How we make
a difference
A midwife is an evidence-based healthcare
practitioner who provides a safe,
respectful, caring and personalised service
to women, their babies and families. The
midwife provides care before the baby is
born, during the birth and afterwards in
the ’post partum’ period.
About the course
The BSc Midwifery will prepare you
to achieve the requirements of the
National Nursing and Midwifery Council
and European Midwives Directives to
become a practising Midwife.
The midwife provides
care before the baby is
born, during the birth
and afterwards in the
‘post partum’ period.
what will
you study
Year 1: You will study two trans-
disciplinary modules called Learning
Together Working Together and
Biological Knowledge for Practice
and the Fundamental Principles of
Midwifery Practice module. There is
a mixture of community and hospital
placements in this year.
Year 2: This is where midwifery theory
expands to include the care of women
in the inter-partum period and more
complex childbearing in a range of
physical, psychological/emotional and
social contexts. There is an equal split
between theory and practice. This year
is hospital-based.
Year 3: There is a greater balance of
practice to theory: students will hone
skills in higher risk emergency care and
care for a small caseload of women
under indirect supervision.
Outstanding
placements
Students currently have access to two
large regional units and two district
units for their clinical placements.
These placements expose them
to high quality midwifery services
which develop them into competent
midwives of the future.
Our tutors
We have a dedicated
team of experienced
tutors with many
years experience of
midwifery practice.
Lesley Daniels is
the programme
leader for the BSc
(Hons) Midwifery programme and led
the development of this innovative
programme and continue with its
delivery. She has a wealth of experience
teaching students about midwifery and
supporting them and their mentors in
practice through her liaison role. Lesley
is particularly interested in reproductive
physiology, supporting vulnerable
women, assisted conception and
inter-professional learning.
Accreditation
Recognised by UNICEF, the School of
Healthcare at the University of Leeds
is the first institution in the north of
England, to be accredited by the
UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative.
Leeds midwifery graduates will be able to
translate their first class knowledge and
skills into high quality, research-informed
support for breastfeeding women and
their infants and to support the promotion
of breastfeeding at home and abroad.

Our research
expertise
Current active research around
Midwifery includes subjects such as
breastfeeding, supervision of midwives
and simulated learning. Our staff are
also active internationally, with Dr Mike
Wooldridge, Senior Lecturer in infant
feeding, receiving the 2012 Healthy
Children Innovation Award in the USA,
for significant achievement to the field
of breastfeeding and human lactation,
from the Healthy Children project.
Employability
100% of our students are in work or
study after six months. There are many
opportunities for Midwives – from
rotational posts in Hospital/Community to
Specialist Practitioner and Management
roles. Post Registration Professional
development includes progressing to
Masters and PhD level of study.
Admissions tutor
Jane Ridley is the admissions tutor for
the BSc (Hons) Midwifery. Jane enjoys
teaching students and supporting them
and their mentors in practice through
her clinical liaison role. She enjoys
presenting at Open days and Selection
events encouraging committed
applicants to apply for Midwifery and to
fulfil their potential as students of the
University of Leeds.
our students
Away from the demands of academia
and practice, our Midwifery students
had the chance to present their ideas
on a national platform, at the Maternity,
Mother and Baby conference in
Birmingham. The students showed work
as part of a module on promoting health
for childbearing women, in response
to recent CMACE report: Saving
Mothers Lives: Reviewing maternal
deaths to make motherhood safer. The
materials were highly regarded and
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust are
reproducing them for use on the wards
and clinical areas.
BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above
to include Maths, English and
Science, normally Maths and
English at grade B
PLUS 3 A levels grades ABB
– one must include Biology
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
Distinction/Distinction/Distinction
in: Health and Social Care (Health
Sciences); Health and Social Care
(Health studies); Sport and Exercise
Science. Must contain at least one
third biology content
OR Access to Higher Education
course in Nursing Pathway or
Health Sciences with a minimum
of 45 level 3 credits at passed at
Distinction and must contain at
least one-third biology content.
PLUS 5 GCSEs at grade C or
above to include Maths, English
and Science, normally English
and Maths at grade B.
Fees and
bursaries
At the time of publication, all
tuition fees are paid by the NHS.
Students are eligible to apply for a
NHS means-tested bursary; visit
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students to
find out more.
Applications
All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by
15th January 2014
NSS Highlights
100% of our students are in work
after six months. 96% agreed staff
made the subject interesting. 92% of
students said our staff were good at
explaining things.
CASE STUDY
Molly Croft
2nd year
“I’ve always wanted to be a midwife
and it’s such a privilege to be part of
people’s lives at a special time.”
I had planned to study closer to
home in the Midlands, but when I got
to the Open day, I enjoyed myself so
much and felt so relaxed; it felt like
home. The lecturers were so friendly
and I knew they were the kind of
people I wanted to be taught by.
“In our second year, learning and
practice really come together
and I can feel myself growing
and developing as a student. I’ve
really enjoyed placements, being
out in the community, developing
communication skills, meeting
different types of people and
experiencing different types of
pregnancies.
“The tutors are lovely, very
enthusiastic and keep you going and
the mentors are very encouraging
– there’s always support from them
and other students.
“The course is full on, and you are
always learning but we get to relax
in the student’s union and we have
a Nursing and midwifery society
where we all meet up and chat.
“It’s a great course and I’m looking
forward to next year!”
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Mental Health Nursing
How we make
a difference
Our aim is for you to be actively involved
in developing therapeutic relationships
with service users (patients) and carers.
This will form the foundations for care
and treatment, which is often a combined
approach utilising psychological,
physical and social interventions with
contributions from a range of health and
social care professionals.
About the course
The BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing
degree Programme will give you the
opportunities to study mental health
nursing in depth and work with people
with a wide range of mental health
problems, from young people across
the lifespan to older adults.
What you
will study
Year 1: This is a trans-disciplinary year
where you work alongside other health
professionals learning key concepts.
Year 2: The skills of therapeutic
engagement will be developed across
the lifespan with the emphasis on the
lived experience of mental health service
users. This will include utilising different
perspectives underpinned by research and
the ethical/legal frameworks for mental
health practice.
Year 3: You will focus on developing
intervention strategies and approaches
for more complex mental health needs,
including pharmacology and risk
management. Towards the end of the
programme, there will be an opportunity
for a period of consolidation and
preparation for registered nursing practice.
Our research
expertise
Professor Dawn Freshwater leads
the School’s Mental Health research
theme which has a national and
international focus of offender health and
psychological therapies. Work in these
areas has led to formulation of standards
of best practice, local and national
policy developments and international
partnerships. These have included
collaborative work with a number of
international universities, NSPCC, The
Anna Freud Centre and the Leeds and
York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Our tutors
There are a number of lecturers
who contribute to the mental health
programme.
The core mental health lecturing team
consists of: Anne Lawton (Programme
Leader), Julia Turner (Professional Lead
for Mental Health Nursing), Gary Morris
and Gordon Teal (Admissions Tutor).
The team use creative and innovative
approaches to learning and have clinical
practice experience in areas such as
community care, dementia, psychotherapy
and forensic mental heath care.
Outstanding
placements
Leeds is a well-established centre
for mental health services. There are
a wide range of statutory and non-
statutory clinical areas across the city.
Placements could include; crisis teams,
acute inpatient care, forensic services,
child and adolescent mental health.
All clinical placements are linked with
an academic member of staff to provide
support to students whilst on placement.

Leeds is a
well-established
centre for mental
health services.
Employability
99% of our students are in work or
study after six months.
Mental health nursing has a structured
career pathway with a multitude of
opportunities such as, research,
management, clinical specialisms and
teaching, in the NHS, Social Services,
Voluntary Sector and Private Sector.
Admissions tutor
The admissions process
is led by Gordon Teal.
Gordon has extensive
clinical experience in
acute inpatient settings
and has a specialist
interest in sociology of
health and psycho social interventions.
He is always willing to talk about the joys
of long-distance walking.
our students
We recruit between 40 and 45 students
per year from a variety of backgrounds.
Our students are fully involved in all
aspects of university life and find the
clinical placements varied and exciting.
Students graduating from the mental health
programme at Leeds possess an extensive
and desirable skills base which equips
them for employment in the dynamically
changing climate of mental health care.
BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
include Maths, English and Science.
PLUS 3 A levels grades BBB
(preference being given to science
subjects)
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
Distinction/Distinction/Distinction
in: Health and Social Care (Health
Sciences); Health and Social Care
(Health studies);
OR Access to Higher Education
course in Nursing Pathway or Health
Sciences with a minimum of 45 level
3 credits at passed at Distinction.
Plus GCSE Maths and English at
grade C or above, preferably 5
CASE STUDY
GCSEs at grade C or above. Tewa Kuforiji
1st year
Fees and “Finding the right university
bursaries was important, so I researched
At the time of publication, all other institutions, asked around
tuition fees are paid by the NHS.
Students are eligible to apply for a
the NHS and spoke to students
NHS means-tested bursary; visit: at the Open day. I chose Leeds
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students because it is one of the best
to find out more. universities in the UK and one
of most recognised universities
Applications in the world, and it has
All full time undergraduate everything I want.
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by “My first year has been
amazing, there’s lots of work,
15th January 2014
but my personal supervisor and
programme support is really
helpful. We mix with other
NSS Highlights students to share experiences
100% reported that staff were and ideas which is useful.
enthusiastic in their teaching. 100%
reported their communication skills “I think enjoying student life is
improved. 97% considered the important and there’s so much
course intellectually stimulating. to do: we have lots of societies
97% said they had increased their
and clubs and you can mix
confidence in tackling unfamiliar
problems. 93% overall satisfaction with people from diverse
with the programme. backgrounds and cultures.
I’d recommend it to
anyone, but apply early!”
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DIAGNOSTIC imaging
Radiography
BSc Entry
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
include Maths, English and Science.
PLUS 3 A levels grades ABB – one
must include Science (Biology, Human
Biology, Physics or Chemistry)
OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
grades Distinction/Distinction/
Distinction and must contain at least
one-third science content
OR Access to Higher Education 45
level 3 credits at Distinction and must
contain at least one third science
content. 5 GCSEs at grade C or above
to include Maths, English and Science.
Fees and
bursaries
All tuition fees are paid by the
NHS. Students are eligible to apply
for a NHS means-tested bursary;
visit www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students
to find out more.
Applications
All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com) by
15th January 2014
How we make
a difference
Radiographers use a range of different
imaging techniques and sophisticated
technology to produce high quality
images to aid diagnosis for injury
or disease. They are professionals
allied to medicine who work as part
of a multidisciplinary team within the
healthcare setting. The career structure
provides opportunities for radiographers
to specialise in many areas, including
ultrasound, CT scanning, image
reporting, teaching and management.
About the course
Radiography is an exciting profession
that combines science, technology
and patient care and is at the heart of
modern healthcare and plays a vital
role in patient diagnosis and treatment.
The role of the radiographer is diverse
and continually developing into new
areas such as image reporting. As a
radiographer you are at the forefront of
emerging and developing technology
such as digital imaging, Magnetic
Resonance Imaging, Computed
Tomography and Ultrasound.
What you
will study
Year 1: This provides an introduction to
Radiographic Imaging. The key focus
of this year is plain film radiography of
the muscular-skeletal system, thorax
and abdomen. Essential skills such as
communication, patient care, radiographic
technique and team work are also
developed.
Year 2: Students explore the range
of imaging methods available, such
as computed tomography, magnetic
resonance imaging, ultrasound and
radionuclide imaging. It will cover how to
image a range of body systems including
the respiratory system, the gastro-
intestinal tract, the cardio-vascular system
and the urinary system.
Year 3: Covers the more challenging
and specialist aspects of radiography
where the radiographer has to evaluate
and adapt imaging investigations to
meet the needs of the patient. Students
develop a level of independence and
professional responsibility in preparation
for graduation and State Registration.
Optional modules provide an opportunity
to focus on a specific area of interest such
as paediatrics, ultrasound, a brief period
of study abroad and trauma radiography.
student support
Lecturer Practitioners/Clinical Tutors are
assigned to each NHS Trust to facilitate
the students’ clinical experience and
maintain links between the hospital and
the University.
International
placements
We have also developed links with
international universities in countries
such as Denmark, Sweden and beyond,
which provide opportunities for short
work placement for students to gain
an insight to radiography abroad, for a
greater understanding of their role.

CASE STUDY
Lucy Beswick
Graduate
“I chose Leeds because it is a
fantastic city and Leeds University is
one of the best universities to offer
my degree, made up of enthusiastic,
helpful lecturers who will do anything
for you.
“I fell in love with radiography. It
was such an amazing feeling being
able to see beyond the outer layer
of the human body and being able
to produce x-rays that dictate a
patients’ future.
“I had two amazing opportunities
at Leeds; I went on an optional
module to Sweden for two weeks
to obtain an insight into their life as
a radiographer. We visited different
areas of the hospital and learnt
how to use their equipment and
went skiing and exploring at the
weekends.
“My second opportunity was to
go to Australia for three weeks for
an elective placement. We stayed
with one of the radiographers who
became a good friend and we
developed a good understanding of
the way other departments worked.
“I would definitely do a postgraduate
award at Leeds, the resources
and placement sites allocated are
fantastic and I loved my time there!”
Our research Employability
expertise 100% students of our students are in
work/study after six months.
Anne-Marie Dixon (postgraduate
breast imaging lecturer) is currently
undertaking an NIHR doctoral research Admissions tutor
fellowship, Stephen Wolstenhume is Helen Harcus qualified
currently undertaking his PhD and is as a diagnostic
deputy editor of the Ultrasound journal. radiographer from the
University of Leeds
Our tutors in 2002. She spent
several years working
We have an active and vibrant
Radiography community. Michelle
in the Leeds Trust
before moving into
Ellwood recently presented at Leeds
Student Education Conference on the
education. Her current role, along with
Admissions lead, is Clinical Co-ordinator
subject of the development of e-books
for the Programme.
and Dr John Huckle is a Doctor of
Education, recently presented at the Sue Devine has worked
International conference for Health in various imaging
and Social Care in Manchester. Jean areas including breast
Wilson has recently been published screening, radionuclide
in “Ultrasound” as well as presenting imaging and general/
at British Medical Ultrasound Society trauma radiography.
(BMUS) and Voyin Pantic is a Sue became a Clinical
“Radiography” journal peer reviewer. Tutor in 2006. Both
Sue and Helen also work in clinical still
Ann Westmoreland has delivered a
teaching supporting students in our
presentation at the UK Radiological
clinical skills training room at Leeds
Congress (UKRC) and Nick Crohn
General Infirmary.
presented at the Association of
Radiography Lecturers conference
in Manchester and regularly features in our students
“Synergy” reviewing mobile Each year, several graduates from
learning applications. the Programme either present
at conferences or submit their
Outstanding research projects for publication in
“Radiography” magazine. Several
placements former students have been Society of
The four Trusts used for our placements Radiographers student representatives.
are Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, One of our 3rd years was awarded
Hull and East Yorkshire NHS Trust, York the “Student of the Year” Award and
Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust attended a presentation ceremony at
(incorporating Scarborough Hospital) and the House of Commons.
Harrogate District Foundation Trust. The
University has very close links with these
Trusts, strengthened by clinically active NSS Highlights
staff such as lecturer-practitioners/clinical 100% students in work after six
tutors and liaison radiographers, who months, 94% agreed staff are good
ensure clinical teaching remains current at explaining things and 86% agree
and evidence based. They also ensure all staff made the course interesting.
our students have ongoing support whilst
on placement and that students have
access to good quality clinical training
and experience.
We have an active and vibrant
Radiography community
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Social work
How we make
a difference
Social work involves engaging and
communicating, not only with clients
themselves but their families and
friends, as well as working closely
with other organisations including the
police, NHS, schools and probation
service. Social workers help people to
live more successfully within their local
communities by helping them to find
solutions to their problems.
About the course
The BA Social Work three year
programme is designed to provide
you with the skills and knowledge
necessary to work as a social worker.
On completion of the programme
you will be able to work in a variety of
social work settings by developing the
reflective and analytical skills needed
to become a competent social worker.
You will complete three placements to
develop your practical skills in social
work and related settings, supported
by a qualified practitioner, to gain the
guidance and insight required when you
start your first job.
Sarbjit Kaur Hayre
What you
will study
Year 1: This begins with a module with
health care students which will introduce
you to teamwork, communication,
difference, diversity and ethics. Further
modules consider psychological,
sociological and social policy perspectives
on social work practice. You will learn
about the legal basis of social work and
demonstrate your competence in IT and
learn about models of disability and the
life course.
Year 2: This examines the impact of
drugs and alcohol and mental health on
social care users. You will study decision
making in interprofessional contexts.
You will continue to develop your
understanding of law related to social
work and study research methods and
you will complete a 70 day placement.
Year 3: Students consider both children
and family social work and working with
adults. You will complete a research
project allowing you to critically review the
literature in relation to an area of social
work practice and apply this to a case
study. You can also choose from a range
of optional modules e.g. reactions to loss
and media depictions of mental health.
As part of the 30 days skills development
you will complete 20 days in an agency
setting. In your third year you will
complete your course by undertaking a
final 100 day placement in a social work
setting. This ensures you experience
direct placement supported by practice
teachers and assessors.
Our research
expertise
Here at Leeds our research involves
observation and assessment in practice
settings; decision making in child
and family social work; social work
contributions to hospital discharge
planning; working with fathers in child
and family social work and social work
placements in educational settings;
attachment in children and adult life.
Our tutors
Alan Murphy has presented papers
to Skills for Care and Joint Social
Work Education Conferences on
observation and assessment in
practice settings.
David Saltiel has presented his
research about decision making
in child and family social work at
national conferences and Sarbjit
Kaur Hayre has a background in
adult social work, particularly mental
health and older people.
Lee Sobo-Allen has research
interests in social work law and
in involving fathers in social work
practice and Iain Moody has a
professional background in statutory
and voluntary sector child
and family social work.
Outstanding
placements
Our placements are in a range of
cities in West Yorkshire. We work with
differing service areas: for instance
homelessness, drugs and alcohol and
mental health. Service user groups
include children, users of mental health
services, adults with learning difficulties
and older adults. We have very good
working relationships with our partner
agencies across a range of sectors.
Feedback from our students highlights
the positive and varied learning
experiences within placements.

CASE STUDY
John McDermott
3rd year
“I am a mature student and
I wanted to become a social
worker because there’s a lot
of injustice in the world and
I see Social Work as one of
the mechanisms to address
that injustice.
“I chose Leeds because it has
a good reputation and the
placements are a key part.
My placements have been
really exciting I’ve worked
with older people in social
inclusion, in youth work
and lately with children and
families. After graduating I’d
like to specialise with children
and family network.
“Student life is liberating
– it’s a diverse course,
wonderful people, and we
have a flourishing learning
environment. I’d recommended
it to anyone, any age!”
Employability BA Entry
Career opportunities in social work
are excellent, with currently 85% of
requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to
our students are in employment after
include Maths and English.
six months.
PLUS 3 A levels grades ABB
As a social worker you can work in a
range of different settings in the private, OR QCF BTEC Extended Diploma
voluntary or statutory sectors. You can Distinction/Distinction/Distinction
also work with a number of different
OR Access to Higher Education
service users; children and families,
course in Social Science with a
young people, people with a disability,
minimum of 45 level 3 credits at
people with mental health issues or
passed at Distinction. 5 GCSEs at
older people.
grade C or above to include Maths
and English.
Admissions tutor
Ros Day is the Admissions
tutor for Social Work,
Fees and
and her background bursaries
is in teaching: initially There are no upfront fees for this
in schools then further course and a loan is available to
education. She currently cover your tuition costs of £9,000,
teaches Sociology, Social repayable when you earn a salary
Policy and Social Research to social work of £21,000.
students and Ros is a personal tutor to a
The social work bursary is
BA and MA group.
available to 2nd and 3rd year
students ordinarily resident in
our students England and Wales studying on an
Our students have set up a Social Work approved undergraduate course.
Society and continue to be involved in The social work bursary is non
campaigns for social justice. A group of income-assessed, which means
10 students are going abroad to learn that earnings, savings and other
about other communities, and health sources of income, such as local
and social care needs of communities in authority (LA) funding, are not
Ghana, Thailand and Africa. We also have taken into consideration.
students working with overseas projects
based in orphanages, working with street
children, homeless feeding programmes Applications
and teaching English. All full time undergraduate
applications must be made through
UCAS online (www.ucas.com)
NSS Highlights by 15th January 2014
In 2012 more than 80% of students
were satisfied with the course. 84%
found the teaching intellectually
stimulating and 89% thought staff
are good at explaining things. More
than 90% of students felt that their
communication skills have improved
as a result of the course.
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