The UWS BA (Hons) Social Work provides a transformational student-centred learning experience, to meet the demands of contemporary social work practice. The degree is rich in practice authenticity and seeks to develop essential applied knowledge and skills to thrive in a challenging yet hugely rewarding social work career. The BA (Hons) Social Work has been accredited by the Scottish Social Services Council. The degree content, assessments, readings and discussions aid the development of a professional identity to ensure graduates flourish in practice. If you have the drive and personal qualities to thrive in a profession that requires professional relationship building, informed decision-making and critical thinking in often complex and emotive circumstances, we would love to hear from you. Successful candidates will demonstrate passion for the profession, be IT competent and must register with the Scottish Social Services Council as a social work student. This degree has been approved by the Scottish Social Services Council. This degree has been designed in partnership with external stakeholders to provide you with the knowledge and practical experience to qualify as a practising social worker. Teaching covers a wide range of topics including professional assessment, critical thinking, anti-oppressive practice, legislation and theories and approaches to inform and intervene in practice. The entire degree is rich in practice authenticity. UWS social work students should expect a transformative learning experience. You will be supported to develop your applied professional knowledge base, critical awareness skills, practice confidence and professional identity. Practical learning experiences are a key feature of the course, allowing you to apply both classroom-based learning and your own enquiry-based learning in real-world settings.