University of the West of England

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Social Work (BSc)

University of the West of England

Faculty:Health and Social Sciences
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Social Work
Length:3 Year(s)
Careers:Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service WorkersSocial and Community Service Workers

Description:

Studying social work helps you understand the support that society's most vulnerable individuals and groups need to ensure their welfare. You will explore the critical issues that affect people's wellbeing and learn how to help them deal with their challenges. Studying social work will prepare you to safeguard the best interests of vulnerable adults and children, promote independence and be capable of practising as a qualified practitioner with the skills to deal with all of today"s most pressing social problems.

BSc(Hons) Social work at UWE Bristol is ranked as one of the UK's top 10 social work courses in the Complete University Guide 2015. The course focuses on skills for practice and on contemporary issues in social work. Completion of our Social Work course provides eligibility to apply for registration as a social worker in England with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You will gain the knowledge, critical understanding, experience and skills to make informed judgements in complex situations, and the ability to work with a wide range of service users, carers and other professionals to enhance wellbeing. You will be taught by experienced and enthusiastic staff, most of them qualified and registered social workers. All our staff maintain active links with partner agencies and practitioners.

Prerequisites:

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    Tariff points: 300.

    For additional information on entry requirements and selection criteria, please visit the program website.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on February 09, 2016