BA Social Work
Course overview
The BA Social Work at the University of Kent is a three-year degree that lets you become a fully qualified and registered social worker in England as soon as you graduate. You will learn important things like how people grow and change, the laws that protect children and vulnerable adults, mental health, fairness and equality, and how to help families in difficult situations.
The course is very practical. Alongside classes, you do two long real-world placements in places like children’s services, adult social care teams, hospitals, or charities. You work with experienced social workers and get proper support and supervision every step of the way.
Teaching is carried out using different methods. You will have lectures, small-group workshops where you practise interviews and difficult conversations (often with actors), group discussions, and talks from people who have actually used social work services.
You are assessed in different ways, including essays, exams, presentations, written reflections about your own practice, and reports from the social workers who supervise you on placement. When you finish the BA Social Work at the University of Kent, you are ready to start work straight away as a professional social worker with children, families, older people, or adults with disabilities.
Entry requirements
To apply, submit a personal statement that highlights your interest in the course and details of your academic background. A reference from a teacher or employer is also required, and a CV showcasing relevant experience
Grade Requirements:
- You will need 104-120 UCAS points, that's like BBB at A-level (or equivalent in BTEC, IB, or Access courses)
- GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4/C or above
- Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component.
- Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Career opportunities
Finishing the BA Social Work from the University of Kent sets you up for fantastic career opportunities.
- Qualified Social Worker (children's or adults' teams)
- Family Support Adviser
- Mental Health Practitioner
- Community Development Officer
- Policy Adviser in social justice
Cost of study
For the BA Social Work at the University of Kent, international students pay £19,300 per year. Fees may change, so check for the year of entry.
Admission
Apply through UCAS for the BA Social Work in the University of Kent or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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