Social Work : BA Hons
Lancaster UniversityLancaster, UK
Course overview
Make a real difference in society with this course accredited by Social Work England. Our strong partnerships with employers mean you will benefit from high quality placements that will grow your confidence. The curriculum is brought to life by inspiring lecturers who include experienced social workers.
We offer tailored support to ensure you thrive, graduating confident and ready to make a meaningful impact in your future career.
Key highlights
- Accredited by Social Work England
- High quality placements through strong employer partnerships
- Taught by lecturers including experienced social workers
- Tailored support to help students thrive
Entry requirements
- Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
- BTEC: DM — combined with A levels
- BTEC: DD — combined with A levels
- A-level: BC — plus BTEC at D 30 overall with 15 points from the best 3 HL subjects We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject; combined with BTEC
Scholarships
Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Registered social worker
- Children and families social worker
- Adult social care social worker
- Mental health social worker
- Youth justice worker
- Family support worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £26,300
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 Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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