Solent University

Social Work

Solent UniversitySouthampton City Centre, United Kingdom

Course overview

Looking for a career change to social worker? You’ll work with some of the most marginalised groups in society, helping them to overcome barriers in order to lead a fulfilled life.

Key highlights

  • Combines social work knowledge with practical experience
  • Focuses on making a difference to vulnerable people's lives

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — 104-120 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent qualification , or a combination of qualifications which comply with…
  • Degree: 2:2 — to include any subject; or above
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
  • T-level: Merit — or equivalent qualification
  • UCAS tariff points: 104 — …of qualifications which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points.
  • Additional condition: dbs_check — Applicants are required to apply for an enhanced disclosure DBS as part of enrolment and confirmation on the course.
  • Additional condition: interview — All applicants will be invited to attend an interview.

Careers this course leads to

  • Social worker
  • Children and families social worker
  • Adult social worker
  • Mental health social worker
  • Family support worker

Cost of study

UK/Home: £6,025 per year | International: £11,735 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 Solent University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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