BSc (Hons) Social Work
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course will provide you with the knowledge, values and skills needed to begin to recognise and address some of the most difficult social problems facing individuals, communities and societies today.
Key highlights
- Builds knowledge, values and skills for professional social work practice
- Focuses on addressing difficult social problems facing individuals and communities
- Prepares students to work in challenging, rewarding welfare settings
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: dbs_check — Acceptance on the course is also subject to satisfactory health and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance.
- GCSE: C/4 — to include English Language, English
- UCAS tariff points: 120 — UCAS Tariff points 120 UCAS Tariff points.
- BTEC: DDM — BTEC National Diploma
- T-level: Merit — T Level Health/Healthcare Science - Merit Foundation Year Considered if qualification is at Level 3 standard.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Social Worker
- Children and Families Social Worker
- Adult Social Worker
- Mental Health Social Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Youth Justice Worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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