BA (Hons) Social Work 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Oxford Brookes University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

17,250 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

31 Jul, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

If you're interested in becoming a social worker, our Social Work BA leads to the qualification you need. As a graduate you can apply for social work registration in England with Social Work England.

Our degree consistently delivers high quality social work education. We have been approved by and teach to Social Work England (SWE) Standards of Proficiency for Social Workers in England, and the British Association of Social Workers’ (BASW) Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF).

Your practice-based learning includes two work placements. You'll work with your practice educator to develop your capabilities as part of the PCF.

Our lecturing staff base their teaching on evidence-based practice, promoting the most current social work research. 

You can study full-time over three years. Or choose part-time or mixed-mode study.  

We have links with Local Authority employers, local private voluntary and independent sector organisations. So it's likely you will secure a job before qualifying.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

If you're interested in becoming a social worker, our Social Work BA leads to the qualification you need. As a graduate you can apply for social work registration in England with Social Work England.

Our degree consistently delivers high quality social work education. We have been approved by and teach to Social Work England (SWE) Standards of Proficiency for Social Workers in England, and the British Association of Social Workers’ (BASW) Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF).

Your practice-based learning includes two work placements. You'll work with your practice educator to develop your capabilities as part of the PCF.

Our lecturing staff base their teaching on evidence-based practice, promoting the most current social work research. 

You can study full-time over three years. Or choose part-time or mixed-mode study.  

We have links with Local Authority employers, local private voluntary and independent sector organisations. So it's likely you will secure a job before qualifying.

Admission Requirements

1130+
27+
76+
5+
130+
27+
83+
7+
112+
8+

Applicants who do not meet all of the academic entry criteria can still be considered if they have relevant experience (personal, voluntary or paid) with people who are experiencing life challenges and/or who are in need of support. However, we would expect to see all applicants with a GCSE at grade 4 (C) or above in English plus further studies at level 3 - for example, an A-level or Open University course in a relevant subject. Please note: all grades where stated are minimum requirements.


GCSE: GCSE English or equivalent at least to grade C or above. Level 2 Functional Skills are accepted as alternatives to GCSEs.


Relevant experience (e.g. paid or voluntary work with vulnerable people) or a suitable indication of your interest in, and understanding of, the social work profession.


Entry to the course through the accreditation by Oxford Brookes University of prior certificated learning will be considered.  


We welcome applications from people who already have a degree in another subject. Alternatively, you may be eligible for study at MA or PGDip level.


We also welcome applications from individuals sponsored or supported by their employer.

31 Jul 2026
3 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
17,250 GBP

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