Social Work (Hons) University of York

Overview

This four-year Social Work (Hons) degree delivered by the University of York with an integrated Masters year provides an advanced alternative to standard three-year BA Social Work degrees. 

You will have the opportunity to explore social work issues at depth under the guidance of experienced practitioners, researchers and people with lived experience from a range of backgrounds, gaining unparalleled insight into the reality of social work practice. By progressing directly from undergraduate to postgraduate work, you will save time as against completing the two separate qualifications, and you will develop advanced critical thinking skills and expertise which will be advantageous to you throughout your career.  You'll gain a Masters-level qualification which is highly valued by employers.

Careers and skills

Our partner agencies have told us that they value the opportunities we give students to build employability skills. During this course, you'll have the opportunity to gain practice experience in a voluntary sector placement in your second year, followed by placements within diverse social work settings in Year 3 and 4. 

After completing the Masters in Social Work you'll be able to apply to register as a social worker in England. Some of our students choose to go on to further study, often progressing to a PhD.