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Overview
Train to become a social worker with this degree, accredited by Social Work England. This Social Work (Hons) course from St George's, University of London offers hands-on experience of social work and a foundation in ethics, diversity, psychology, sociology, social policy and law. You'll study mental health, disability, adoption, fostering, substance misuse, youth justice, and domestic violence.
You'll learn directly from people with lived experience and teaching consultants currently in practice. We're part of a teaching partnership network with seven local authorities and two voluntary organisations. This means that you will be taught in the classroom by practising social workers who will bring theory to life with their front-line experiences.
Careers
This is an exciting time to enter social work and a very high percentage of graduates quickly obtain qualified social work posts.
There are excellent employment and career opportunities in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors for qualified practitioners. Social workers increasingly work in integrated inter-professional teams in social care, health, education and criminal justice settings.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Readiness for Direct Practice
- The Practice Context: Law and Social Policy for Social Work
- Human Development, Relationships and Social Contexts
- Working with Ethics and Diversity in Social Work Practice
- Practice Skills and Methods: Assessment and Intervention
- Knowledge for Social Work Practice
- Contemporary Social Work Practice
- Research in Practice Study
- Critical Analysis of Practice
- Final Practice Placement
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
- If you don’t meet the main application deadline, you can still apply for many courses by 30 June.
- For Employment Based apply direct to the University.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 93
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Social Work Public Health Human Medicine View 572 other Bachelors in Human Medicine in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 93
Other requirements
General requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 120–136
- Minimum six months' work experience in a relevant setting. GCSEs at grade C/4 in English. Enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health Clearance. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview including selection exercises.
- A-levels BBB (General Studies not accepted)
- BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit
- Access to HE course to value of 120 UCAS points normally achieved with 30 Distinctions and 9 Merits
Additional:
- GCSE at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above for GCSEs taken before 2017) in English Language or equivalent qualification e.g. Functional/Key skills level 2 in literacy.
Tuition Fee
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International
15800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15800 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
International - EU students:
- Year 2: £16,200
- Year 3: £16,600
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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