Applied Social Work with Foundation Year
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
• A good application/performance will be taken into account if you do not meet the criteria/offer conditions • Build a dynamic portfolio of skills and theories to work with your clients in a variety of settings • Be inspired by our experienced, enthusiastic academic team who put teaching first and are dedicated to your success • The Foundation Year course leads on to the full Applied Social Work degree that is accredited by approved and accredited by Social Work England meaning you will be able to practise as a qualified social worker, as long as you meet their requirements. • Foundation Year Foundation Year • Preparation for Professional Practice
Key highlights
- Leads on to a degree approved by Social Work England
- Prepares you to practise as a qualified social worker
- Builds skills and theories for working with clients in varied settings
- Includes a Preparation for Professional Practice module
- Taught by an experienced academic team who put teaching first
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 80 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 80 A Level: CDD T Level: Pass (C or above in the core) BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE English is preferred, however if you don't have these quali…
- A-level: CDD — …What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 80 A Level: CDD T Level: Pass (C or above in the core) BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE English is preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you w…
- T-level: Pass — …looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 80 A Level: CDD T Level: Pass (C or above in the core) BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE English is preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able t…
- BTEC: MMP — …looking for UCAS points: 80 A Level: CDD T Level: Pass (C or above in the core) BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE English is preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake English at Level 2 as part…
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
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: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 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 Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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