36 monthsProgramme duration
50,685 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Become a HCPC accredited social worker, equipped to practice in a range of settings, with the BA (Hons) in Social Work. You’ll learn the latest theory and gain hands-on practical experience, in a research-led learning environment. The programme has been developed in close collaboration with partner social work agencies to ensure you develop the skills you need to excel in this challenging profession. You will learn a range of practice skills to ensure you can work effectively with individuals, families and groups, including the use of art, play and role play. In years two and three you will develop real-world experience on practice learning modules, enabling you to apply your knowledge in social work settings. On graduation you will have a wide range of career opportunities open to you in both the public and private sector. You will also have the tools you need to go on to further study, teaching, and research.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Become a HCPC accredited social worker, equipped to practice in a range of settings, with the BA (Hons) in Social Work. You’ll learn the latest theory and gain hands-on practical experience, in a research-led learning environment. The programme has been developed in close collaboration with partner social work agencies to ensure you develop the skills you need to excel in this challenging profession. You will learn a range of practice skills to ensure you can work effectively with individuals, families and groups, including the use of art, play and role play. In years two and three you will develop real-world experience on practice learning modules, enabling you to apply your knowledge in social work settings. On graduation you will have a wide range of career opportunities open to you in both the public and private sector. You will also have the tools you need to go on to further study, teaching, and research.
Admission Requirements
6+
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110+
80+
62+
At the point of application applicants need to demonstrate they have a minimum of 100 hours of relevant social care work experience. This should have been undertaken within the last 2 years.
As part of the selection process, we interview short-listed candidates prior to making offers.
Acceptance is also subject to completion of a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).
The University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications from the UK and overseas, including combinations of qualifications. To check whether your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact the University.
English Language requirements for International and EU applicants are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 5.5 (or equivalent).
As part of the selection process, we interview short-listed candidates prior to making offers.
Acceptance is also subject to completion of a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).
The University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications from the UK and overseas, including combinations of qualifications. To check whether your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact the University.
English Language requirements for International and EU applicants are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 5.5 (or equivalent).
3 Years
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
Domestic
27,750 GBP
International
50,685 GBP
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