Social Work

Glasgow Caledonian University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Social work, childhood, and youth studies

A-Level Entry

BBC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

Social workers make pivotal contributions to society by enabling children, adults and families to achieve their potential.

This programme allows you to qualify as a social worker, eligible for professional registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and other UK Care Councils.

Employment opportunities include working within local authorities in areas such as children and families, criminal justice, mental health and adult care, as well as the third and private sectors. The employment statistics for graduates from this programme are excellent.

We employ a wide range of stimulating and engaging assessment methods, including video-work, written assignments, verbal presentations and simulations that enable students to develop the skills and knowledge they need for the professional social worker role.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC
Scottish Higher BBBB
BTEC DMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1172 Social services managers and directors
2461 Social workers
3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
4112 Local government administrative occupations
2464 Youth work professionals
1232 Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Glasgow
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Social work, childhood, and youth studies
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000