Overview

This Social Work - Distance Learning (Hons) offered at Robert Gordon University part-time degree gives you the flexibility to balance your learning with work and other life commitments. Designed as a work-based degree, it is delivered through a combination of on campus learning, practice experience and tutor led learning supported by online resources. There are two entry levels dependent on your existing qualifications and experience.

As a Social Worker you will have a vital role in society providing support and protection to people who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

Job Prospects

Previous BA Social Work (Distance Learning) graduates of Robert Gordon University have gone on to enhance their current careers and progressed in main grade and managerial roles the following settings:

Justice Social Work
Children and Families Social Work
Adult Social Work and Social Care
Mental Health Social Work

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychology For Social Work Practice

Sociology For Social Work Practice

Law And Legal Systems

Social Policy for Social Work Practice

Human Growth And Behaviour

Reflective Practice And Professional Development

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 44 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Social Work Psychology Sociology View 188 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

IELTS

6

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

In all cases, applicants must register with the Scottish Social Services Council and, to that end, must be subject to enquiry within the Scottish Government's Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. At the point of enrolling on the course at Standard or Advanced Entry students must have started the process of registration and this must be completed within 12 weeks of starting the course. Qualification Conversion Entry applicants will need to provide evidence of their SSSC or equivalent registration.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

6800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6800 GBP per year during 44 months.
National

4570 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4570 GBP per year during 44 months.

Rest of UK and EU

£6,800 per year

Living costs for Aberdeen

729 - 1069 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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