BA (Hons) Social Work Studies at London South East Colleges

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of social work practices and theories. Students will learn how to assess and support individuals, families, and communities in need, as well as how to advocate for social justice and policy change. The course covers topics such as child protection, mental health, and community development, and includes a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical placements. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to enter the professional field of social work as confident and competent practitioners.

Additional Information

This course is available at London South East Colleges, which has a long history of providing high-quality education in the social care sector. The college has strong links with local authorities and charities, providing students with valuable opportunities for work experience and networking. Students will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including a dedicated social work simulation suite.

Transforming Lives Through Social Work Education: Why Choose Canterbury Christ Church University?

Canterbury Christ Church University is a leading institution for social work education, with a strong reputation for producing skilled and compassionate practitioners. The university's location in Canterbury provides students with easy access to placement opportunities and a rich cultural environment. The university's commitment to social justice and its innovative teaching methods make it an ideal choice for students looking to make a positive impact in the field of social work.

This degree is a one-year top-up for those who have already achieved either the Social Care Studies Foundation Degree or are able to evidence accredited prior learning up to and including Level 5 in related subjects.

It is a pre-qualifying degree in Social Work, and will equip you with the relevant skills, knowledge and values required to practise professionally as a Social Worker. The aim is for you to practise as a confident, capable, critical and reflective practitioner in a range of different settings using a strong commitment to social justice, application of professional values and recognition of the diverse needs of members of society.

It is also designed to meet the quality assurance agency benchmark statements for social work and the chief social workers’ knowledge and skills statements for adults and children and families. The course meets the Education and Training standards of the regulator for social work, Social Work England.

There are excellent employment opportunities for registered social workers. The course is a generic course enabling graduates to work in a full range of settings - social services departments of local authorities, health and social care multi-professional teams and many services in the voluntary and independent sectors providing community, day care and residential services.

Foundation Degree Social Care Studies Or

Accredited prior learning of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 Credits at Level 5 in a related subject area with significant experience in a suitable environment. For example, you may have previously completed the first 2 years of a BA (Hons) in Social Work

Selection is by interview, written test, and group exercise.

If you do not have the above UCAS/GCSE requirements but you are a mature student and have appropriate experience, specific knowledge, or industry-based qualifications, your application will be welcomed and still considered on case to case basis.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.