BSc Social Work
Course overview
The BSc Social Work runs for three years full-time and is accredited by Social Care Wales. This course equips its graduates to register and work as qualified social workers. The programme will teach both academic knowledge and give students the practical experience required for helping people and communities in difficult circumstances.
Students spend half of their time learning on campus, where they will build excellent research and analytical abilities, and the other half will be spent on placements with social work agencies, learning through observation and direct practice. The course is shaped by the latest policy and developments in the School of Health and Social Care, where the course is being studied.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and their CV to show their work experience. Candidates will be invited for an interview, which will be handled online, and a satisfactory DBS/police check and an occupational health assessment.
Grade Requirements
- Candidates need 104 UCAS points, including a BCC at A-level, BTEC, Access Diploma or equivalent.
- Other International qualifications equivalent to an A-level are also accepted.
English Proficiency
- Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no component less than 5.5.
- Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
After completing the BSc Social Work programme from Swansea University, students can pursue a career as:
- Social Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Senior Practitioner
- Social Work Team Manager
- Social Work Researcher
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BSc Social Work programme at Swansea University is £18,550, which is subject to change yearly.
Admission
Candidates should submit their applications through UCAS. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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