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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Become a Social Work England 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 study subjects such as:- human rights- social justice- ethics and values in social work- effective communication- social policy and legislation- psychology and sociologyYou 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.
Professional AccreditationThe professional status of social worker is conferred by Social Work England. Successful graduates are eligible to register with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
120 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
No subject specific requirements.
120 UCAS Tariff points. No subject specific requirements.
120 UCAS Tariff points to include 1 GCE Advanced Level or equivalent plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted)
122 UCAS Tariff points. No subject specific requirements.
120 UCAS Tariff points to include minimum of 80 points from 2 Higher Level subjects. Mathematics requirements can be met by either standard level Mathematics at Grade 4 or above or Higher Level Mathematics at grade 3 or above. English requirements can be met by either standard level English at Grade 4 or above or Higher Level English at grade 3 or above.
120 UCAS Tariff points. No subject specific requirements. Mathematics and English requirements can be met by Grade C or above in that subject at Ordinary Level.
No subject specific requirements.
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£19,560 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£19,560 per year
Students from International
£19560 Per year
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