Overview

The Social Work (Hons) programme from The University of Lancashire has been developed in collaboration with social work service users, carers, and social work agencies. This means you'll be well prepared for the fast-changing and challenging world of social work.

As part of your degree, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience through 170 days of practice, including a 70-day first placement and a 100-day final placement. This means you focus on your learning while gaining practical skills in real-world settings

With placements in local authorities, voluntary sector and NHS teams, you’ll receive comprehensive training that meets Social Work England’s professional standards, preparing you for a successful career in social work.

You can choose to study this course at either Preston or Burnley Campus.

Key facts

After graduating you could become a social worker in a range of areas, such as:

Children and families

Youth justice

Older adults

Mental health

Community care

Accreditation

This course was approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and is now approved by Social Work England, the specialist body who regulates social workers in their vital roles.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Justice in Practice: Context, Themes and Debates

Human Growth and Development

Law and Safeguarding

Social Perspectives on Mental Health and Distress

Working with Adults

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom
Burnley, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Social Work View 167 other Bachelors in Social Work in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

120 points at A2

BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM

Pass Access Course: 120 UCAS points

International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 120 points from Higher Level Subjects

T Level: M

Applicants will also need to be successful at an interview

A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and satisfactory Fitness to Practice assessment are required for this course.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18500 GBP / year

≈ 18500 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Preston

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