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BA (Hons) Social Work at Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

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.

Faculty: School of Health  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 20 Sep 2027  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Understanding Social Work, Social Work & the Life Course, Understanding Law in Social Work, Working with Diversity, Personal & Professional Development. Year 2 core modules: Contemporary Challenges for Social Work Practice, Social Work with Adults, Social Work with Children & Young People, Models of Intervention, Practice Placement 1. Year 3 core modules: Social Work Law for Qualifying Practice, Social Work in the Global Context, Critical Thinking for Social Work, Practice Placement 2.

Career pathways

With 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.

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff Points: 120 points required. (Minimum 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies). Additional information about the application process and frequently asked questions can be found in the course guidance booklet. GCSEs GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points. T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core. Scottish Awards 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above Irish Leaving Certificate 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above. International baccalaureate 120 tariff points or a score of 30 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above. Interview Required We conduct interviews as part of the admissions process. Interviews will be held between November and March. Interview sessions will be held online and will involve an individual interview including a discussion regarding a case scenario, further information will be provided if shortlisted for interview. IELTS 7.0 with no skills below 6.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10050. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,345 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £17345. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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