Social work involves engaging with service users, as well as their families and friends. You will also work closely with organisations like the police, local authority departments, schools and the probation service.
My experience has been amazing, allowing me to do many new things and meet people and memories I will cherish forever.
United Kingdom
Why study with us
- Our Social Work provision is ranked 1st in the UK for graduate prospects (on track) and 2nd in the North West for research quality, (Complete University Guide 2024).
- As a student on our BA (Hons) Social Work degree you will benefit from 170 days of practice placements and 30 skills delivery days.
- Recently, BA (Hons) Social Work students have travelled to Amsterdam, Cyprus, Toronto and Krakow, visiting other social work institutions.
What can I do with a degree in social work?
After graduating, you can register as a social worker with Social Work England. Find out more about how to become a social worker.
Recent graduates have been employed in social work teams across a variety of settings. They have worked with parenting and family support teams, youth justice, community drug and mental health teams. Some graduates return to us to undertake post-qualifying courses. Experienced practitioners also continue their academic study with us.
Studying social work could lead to a future career as a:
- Family support worker
- Social worker
- Advice worker
- Chaplain
- Education mental health practitioner
- Counsellor
- Equality, diversity and inclusion office
- Special educational needs coordinator (SENCO)
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