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BA Applied Social Work

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Applied Social Work
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
L510
Typical offer
A-level BBC

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 112 A level: BBC T Level: Merit BTEC: DMM GCSE: GCSE English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with the equivalent of 112 UCAS points. English language: N/A

About this course

BA (Hons) in Social Work. Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course includes two assessed practice placements of 80 and 90 days respectively, assessed against the Professional Capabilities Framework for Social Work. A final-year independent study allows sustained engagement with a chosen area of social work practice.

Modules

  • Community Social Work
  • Contemporary Issues in Social Work
  • Preparation for Practice Learning
  • Social Work Law
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Practice Learning 1
  • Research Methods for Practice
  • The Trilogy of Abuse
  • Safeguarding Adults
  • Practice Learning 2
  • Protecting and Safeguarding Children and Young People
  • Independent Study