Overview

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 at University of the West of Scotland has been accredited by the Scottish Social Services Council.

Overview

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.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programme content and learning is focused on developing essential foundational knowledge relevant to the social work profession.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paisley, United Kingdom
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Social Work View 192 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

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Scottish Highers
A levels
Irish Leaving Certificate
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16275 GBP / year

≈ 16275 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK/Ireland: 9250 GBP

Living costs

Paisley

United Kingdom

700 - 1400 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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Additional Details

Living costs

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