MSc Social Work at Buckinghamshire New University

Entry requirements

Typically, students in this course will have a 2:1 degree, however you may be considered if you have a 2:2 with significant ( relevant work ) experience in the Social / Health care or closely related subjects. You will have worked with a variety of people either in paid employment or as a volunteer. Social Work is both an academic and vocational course so it's important you show success in your previous education and have experience. For this course, applicants must hold GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications such as Level 2 Functional Skills in Literacy. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. Every application is considered on an individual basis. ​​​​ Selection days If your application is successful, you’ll be invited to attend a Selection Event. This will include completing a written test to assess your written English ability, a group activity to assess your verbal English ability, and an individual interview. Information about health, criminal, employment and personal history will be collected as part of the Selection Event but will not be disclosed to the interview team or used to make a decision about making you an offer. If you disclose something that needs further exploration, this will be done separately from the interview process and any offer of a place will be made on a conditional basis, while your circumstances are assessed further. All offers are subject to passing the Social Work Selection Event and you will be informed of the outcome either via UCAS Track or directly by us. You will also require a clear occupational health assessment alongside the declaration of suitability for social work and satisfactory DBS checks (an admissions requirement). UCAS code L500.