The Social Work BA at Birmingham empowers you to make a difference in people’s lives. Through hands-on experience and expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills to tackle complex social challenges and support individuals, families, and communities. The Social Work BA at the University of Birmingham stands out for its strong focus on both academic rigor and practical experience. You’ll gain hands-on skills through placements, working with real-world cases to address complex social issues. With expert teaching and a commitment to social justice, this course prepares you to support individuals, families, and communities in meaningful ways. You’ll graduate ready to make an immediate impact in the field, equipped with the confidence and expertise to drive positive change. You will be assessed in a variety of ways across your degree. At the beginning of each module, you will be given information on how and when you will be assessed. Assessment methods will vary within each module and may include: written coursework, such as essays, formal exams and group work.