Social Work

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Social work, childhood, and youth studies

UCAS Points

120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£31,000

About this course

Support and protect those who are vulnerable in society. You'll understand how individuals behave in families and communities.

Course Overview 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 children

  • Complete extended placements in your second and third years, which will help fulfil part of the professional body requirements for registration

  • Integrate study with professional experience to develop the essential knowledge and skills required for a career supporting diverse groups of service users in social work

    Find Out More This course is approved by Social Work England and 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.

    Why Study Social Work at Leeds Beckett University...

  • Opportunities for extended placements - apply your knowledge and skills in a real-world setting

  • Approved by Social Work England - the specialist regulator for social work in England

  • Access to specialist facilities - where you'll develop your skills in a simulated environment

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 120 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2461 Social workers
    1172 Social services managers and directors
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    4112 Local government administrative occupations
    2464 Youth work professionals
    6136 Senior care workers

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Social work, childhood, and youth studies
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £31,000

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    Leeds Beckett University

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