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Empower individuals and communities, and make a positive social impact with Kingston University’s BA (Hons) in Social Work. This three-year, full-time program equips you with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding to become a qualified social worker in England.
Accredited by Social Work England, this program qualifies you for professional practice upon graduation.
Key Features:
- Strong Theoretical Foundation: Gain a comprehensive understanding of social work theories, policies, and legislation in the UK context. Explore social issues like poverty, mental health, child protection, and disability.
- Practice-Oriented Learning: Develop your social work skills through a combination of classroom learning, placements in real-world social work settings, and service-user interaction.
- Skills Development: Hone your communication, assessment, intervention, and critical thinking skills to effectively work with individuals, families, and communities facing complex challenges.
- Ethical Decision-Making: Develop a strong ethical framework for social work practice, adhering to professional codes and upholding human rights principles.
- Diverse Practice Areas: Explore various social work specializations, such as working with children and families, adults, or mental health service users.
What You’ll Learn:
- Social work theories and methods
- Social policy and legislation
- Assessment and intervention skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Research and critical thinking skills
- Ethical decision-making in social work practice
Professional Placements: Gain invaluable hands-on experience through supervised placements in social work agencies throughout South West London and Surrey.
Graduates can pursue rewarding careers in various social work settings, including:
- Local authorities (children’s services, adult services, mental health services)
- Charities and non-profit organizations
- Healthcare settings
- Social work research
This program is ideal for students with a passion for social justice, a desire to help others, and strong interpersonal skills. Graduates emerge as qualified social workers prepared to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities.
Notes
For non-EU students it is recommended to apply before the deadline.
Application deadline for EU students is mid January.
Tuition fee for UK students is €10,850.
Admissions Requirements
American High School / Secondary School Diploma with: 2.7 GPA and below - Foundation entry; 3.2 GPA and above - no additional test required; 2.8 to 3.1 GPA - one of the following tests in any subjects would be required:
SAT - New SAT Reasoning Test 1050/1600 or Old SAT Reasoning Test 1650/2400
ACT 23-35
AP Tests - Grade 3 and above
Honours class credits - Grade B
College credits - Grade B
Additional requirements:
Applicants' prior relevant experience is considered as part of the admissions process. This might include relevant work, volunteering, study or personal experience. Applicants are encouraged to reflect upon what they have learned from this prior experience and how it might assist them with developing skills, values and knowledge related to social work.
Our selection process consists of an online interview with an academic accompanied by either a teaching partner or person with lived experience. You will also need to complete a short written assessment online.
Admission is subject to Occupational Health screening and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including checks against the Adult and Child Workforce Barring Lists if you are offered and accept a place on the course.
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