SH5W51 – Health and Social Care

SH5W51
Open Closing on November 30, 2025
Main contact
London Metropolitan University
London, England, United Kingdom
Timeline
  • December 1, 2025
    Experience start
  • April 30, 2026
    Experience end
Experience
3/16 project matches
Dates set by experience
Agreements required
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
Any industries

Experience scope

Categories
Workplace health/wellness Public health Healthcare Scientific research
Skills
research reports medical research health and wellness management biochemical lab techniques clinical social work diversity equity and inclusion policies diversity equity and inclusion initiatives policy development
Learner goals and capabilities

These Health and Social Care students are in their 2nd year of undergraduate study, bringing a strong mix of academic knowledge and practical experience. They have developed skills in research, public health, and human sciences, with exposure to labs, live research, and ethical decision-making. Many also have hands-on experience as care assistants, nurses, or in residential care settings, alongside transferable skills gained through retail and customer-facing roles.


What they offer to companies:

  • Research and data analysis to support evidence-based decision making
  • Insights in public health, social care, and community engagement
  • Contributions to projects focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Support in applied healthcare settings, from health promotion to patient care pathways
  • A developing professional skill set, with enthusiasm, adaptability, and commitment to teamwork


Employers can expect learners who are motivated, adaptable, and ready to apply their 2nd-year university learning in practical settings to deliver meaningful outcomes.


Course Module: Here

Learners

Learners
Undergraduate
Beginner, Intermediate levels
16 learners
Project
36-40 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 4
Expected outcomes and deliverables

Expected Outcomes for Students

  • Apply classroom learning in real-world contexts to strengthen employability skills.
  • Gain practical experience in research, public health, and social care projects.
  • Develop transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, and ethical decision-making.
  • Build confidence working with employers and producing professional deliverables.
  • Reflect on their experience to support career planning and graduate outcomes.


Deliverables for Employers

  • Research reports or data analysis to inform organizational decision-making.
  • Practical recommendations for public health, community, or social care initiatives.
  • Contributions to ongoing projects that integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion perspectives.
  • Final presentation and/or written summary of findings and recommendations.
  • Employer feedback loop to ensure outcomes are aligned with organizational needs.


Project timeline
  • December 1, 2025
    Experience start
  • April 30, 2026
    Experience end

Project examples

Examples of Projects Students Can Complete


  • Public Health Research: Conducting literature reviews or small-scale studies on issues such as mental health, nutrition, or health inequalities.
  • Community Health Campaigns: Designing outreach or awareness initiatives to support healthy living, wellbeing, or preventative care.
  • Social Care Support Projects: Developing resources or recommendations to improve support services for vulnerable populations (e.g., elderly care, disability services, youth engagement).
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Evaluating organizational practices or policies to ensure culturally responsive and inclusive service delivery.
  • Patient Experience & Care Pathways: Mapping service-user journeys and identifying areas for improvement in health or social care delivery.
  • Workforce and Service Research: Gathering data on staffing, training needs, or service provision to support decision making in residential homes, charities, or health organizations.
  • Policy & Ethical Analysis: Reviewing current policies or guidelines in health and social care and offering recommendations for ethical and effective practice.

Additional company criteria

Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:

  • Q1 - Checkbox
    I confirm that I have/will read and understand the terms and conditions of this program.  *
  • Q2 - Checkbox
    I confirm that I will work with up to four (4) learners for this project, who will be assigned to my project based on their skills and interests.  *
  • Q3 - Multiple choice
    Will learners need access to any internal systems, software, or programs to complete your project (e.g., company tools, platforms, secure environments)?  *
    • Yes
    • No