Course Overview

If you want an in-demand career that lets you make a real difference in the world, there's never been a better time to become a social worker.

Our course delivers a professional qualification combined with an academic degree, giving you the skills, knowledge, and experience to succeed. During your training, you will divide your time between studying and supervised work placements.

We seek to include service users, practitioners, carers, and managers from across the social work arena throughout the course, ensuring your learning experience is firmly rooted in the real-world dynamics of the profession.

On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply to join the Social Work England register and seek employment as a qualified social worker in a variety of organizations in the statutory, voluntary, and independent sectors.

The program works closely with Worcestershire and Herefordshire Councils to enhance employment opportunities on completion of the degree.

To date students qualifying from the University have demonstrated a good record in gaining employment.

General Eligibility

The minimum age is normally 18 years old at the start of the course

At least 4 GSCEs Grade C/4 or above, including Maths and English. Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics is accepted as an alternative. Please note that Functional Skills Level 2 English is not accepted

120 UCAS tariff points (for example, BBB at A Level)

At least 3 months of relevant social care experience, whether paid or voluntary, supported by reference

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Apprentices whose first language is not English must have a minimum standard of English at IELTS 6 (with no less than 5.5 in any component).