Social Work - BA (Hons)

University of Plymouth

Want to make a rewarding and positive contribution to society? Social workers support children and families through child protection procedures, fostering and adoption and youth justice to name but a few. They also support adults with issues including disability, drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, homelessness and safeguarding. You'll spend over 170 days on real-life placements with adults and children so you graduate ready to start your professional career. * Get a head start – on successful completion of the course you can apply to become a registered social worker. * Stand out from the crowd with a degree recognised by Social Work England. * Benefit from the expertise of our network of partner agencies across the social work spectrum, learning from professionals to develop your skills. * Gather insights and develop a real understanding of social work through our highly commended approach to integrated learning. * Build your hands-on knowledge and experience on an excellent variety of placements, working in real-life adult and childcare settings in all three years. * Engage with real service users and carers at every stage of your learning, so you graduate primed to put effective strategies to use in the workplace. * Learn about the increasing influence of global issues on social work and be inspired by staff who are leading the way in international social work. * Develop as a professional – equip yourself with the skills to be a reflective and ethical practitioner, committed to lifelong learning. * Train and practice your professional healthcare skills in an inspiring purpose-built environment, InterCity Place. * To complement your formal learning we offer regular PALS sessions that provide the opportunity for you to learn with and from your peers. Share knowledge, discuss ideas, and ask questions in a relaxed and friendly environment.