BA (Hons) in Social Work

Support and protect those who are vulnerable in society. You'll understand how individuals behave in families and communities.Prepare for a rewarding career as a social worker and enjoy a range of employment options across a variety of sectors.As part of this course you’ll:Study psychosocial themes and perspectives, and theories and policies relating to social welfare and the safeguarding of adults and childrenComplete extended placements in your second and third years, which will help fulfil part of the professional body requirements for registrationIntegrate study with professional experience to develop the essential knowledge and skills required for a career supporting diverse groups of service users in social workThis course is approved bySocial Work Englandand successful completion provides eligibility to apply for registration as a social worker in England.You’ll develop practical courtroom skills to support your understanding of social work law and safeguarding. This will include a family court and adult mental health tribunal experience undertaken in partnership with legal professionals such as judges and solicitors.Academic learning is designed and delivered to support your practical social work skills and enable you to develop your professional practice. Social work placement opportunities are found across the health statutory social care, voluntary and community sectors, normally within the Leeds area. Your two work experience opportunities will prepare you directly for practice.Teaching & LearningIndependent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.Career ProspectsWith your theoretical knowledge combined with your placement experience, you will be able to start practising as a social worker straightaway. You could also access a range of other careers, such as mental health practitioner, drug practitioner or community worker. Successful completion of the course will enable you to apply for registration with Social Work England.