Social Work (England) (Q32)
Open UniversityUndergraduate BA (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years Social work, childhood, and youth studies
About this course
Social workers support and protect some of society’s most deprived and vulnerable people; it’s immensely challenging and rewarding work. It requires a high level of motivation and commitment, and you'll also need a qualifying degree. Our BA (Honours) Social Work (England) is approved by Social Work England (SWE), and successful completion entitles you to apply to the regulatory body for registration as a social worker. You'll also need to be working in a social care agency and be supported by your employer to take this course.Continue in your employment while you study, earning while you learn Study through work-based and distance learning Develop the knowledge and practical skills that underpin effective practice Learn to deal professionally with complex, difficult and sensitive issues Improve your career progression opportunities within social work
Key features of the course
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
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 3-6 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Social work, childhood, and youth studies