Overview
This programme is regulated by Social Work England (SWE).
Reasons to study Social Work at Kent
- Successful graduates of this Social Work (Hons) degree from University of Kent are eligible for professional registration with Social Work England (SWE), the regulatory body for social work.
- Social Work at Kent is ranked 1st for research quality in The Times Good University Guide 2022.
- You are taught by qualified social workers with diverse practical experience, whose research explores the complexities of the social world
- You gain the knowledge, skills, confidence and critical understanding necessary to practise social work.
- Social Work at Kent is ranked 2nd in the UK for graduate prospects in The Complete University Guide 2022.
Careers
Our programmes provide you with knowledge and skills that appeal to employers such as:
- The NHS
- Local authority adults' and children's services
- Charities and other voluntary organisations
- Private agencies eg fostering agencies
- Social research
Some graduates choose to take on agency supply work to experience a range of situations and workplace settings.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Learning to Learn
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Lifespan Development
- Law, Rights and Justice
- Social Policy and Social Problems
- Sociological Perspectives for Social Workers
- What is Social Work
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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You can apply via UCAS until 30 June, or via UCAS Extra (4 July) if you have already made an application but aren't holding any offers.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Social Work Sociology View 570 other Bachelors in Sociology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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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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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Other requirements
General requirements
A level
- BBB
GCSE
- English at GCSE grade 4 or above (or equivalent) is essential for all candidates. GCSE equivalence within an Access to Higher Education course is acceptable as a substitute for GCSE or Functional Skills level 2. Although Maths GCSE at 4 or above is preferred, applicants will still be considered if this requirement isn't met.
Access to HE Diploma
- Access applicants are required to pass with at least 75% level 3 credits at Merit and must include English at GCSE equivalent if not already obtained.
BTEC Nationals
- Distinction, Merit, Merit
International Baccalaureate
- 30 points overall or 15 points at higher level
Tuition Fee
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International
18600 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18600 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
- EU full-time: £18,600
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Social Work (Hons).
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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