BA (Hons) Social Work at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

Social workers make a profound impact on the lives of a diverse range of people, including those with learning difficulties, children and families, older adults, individuals struggling with substance abuse, people with disabilities, young offenders, and those with mental health challenges.

Department: Social Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Studying for the BA (Hons) Social Work degree is the crucial first step towards becoming a qualified social worker and playing a pivotal role in supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals in our society.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 104–120 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. You also need Grade C/numerical grade 4 or above in GCSE English language. The application process; As social work is a regulated profession and successful completion of the course gives you basis to apply for registration with the English regulator, Social Work England, there are several stages to our selection process. The first stage involves your application where you showcase your knowledge and experience and make it clear why you want to study social work. If your application is shortlisted, you'll be invited to complete a written exercise online that looks at your written ability and assesses your attitude and values towards a social work-related scenario.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/ba-hons-social-work#apply

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