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BA Social Work

University of Lancashire

Institution
University of Lancashire
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Social Work
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
L500

Entry requirements

120 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM Pass Access Course: 120 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 120 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: M IELTS: 7.0 with no component lower than 6.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including English or equivalent Applicants will also need to be successful at an interview A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and satisfactory Fitness to Practice assessment are required for this course.

About this course

BA (Hons) in Social Work. Core topics include Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme requires 170 days of practice placement across local authority, voluntary sector and NHS settings. It conforms to Social Work England's professional standards, granting eligibility for professional registration on graduation.

Modules

  • Social Justice in Practice: Context, Themes and Debates
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Law and Safeguarding
  • Preparation for Social Work Practice
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Working with children young people and families
  • Social Perspectives on Mental Health and Distress
  • Social Work Practice 1: Applying Theory, Methods and Research
  • Working with Adults
  • Research for Specialist Professional Practice
  • Relationship Based Practice in Social Work
  • Social Work Practice 2: Critical Application of Theory, methods and Research