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BA (Honours) Social Work (Wales) at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Honours degree in social work for practice in Wales, with two 90-day practice placements in Stages 2 and 3 supported by qualified practice educators. It leads to eligibility to apply for registration with Social Care Wales.

Duration: 3 years at full-time pace (120 credits per year); 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 2 includes Social work law in action (K273) and Applied social work practice (K246). Stage 3: one of Exploring mental health, Investigating health and social care, Leading, managing, caring or Understanding and supporting the lives of children and young people, plus Critical thinking in social work practice (K355). Stage 1 covers K102 and K123.

Career pathways

Qualified social worker in Wales after registration with Social Care Wales.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,088 a year (2026/27). England; part-time study of one 60-credit module per year; fee per year over 6 years Source

Duration: 3 years at full-time pace (120 credits per year); 6 years part-time

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