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Applied Social Work - BA (Hons)

University of Derby

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University of Derby
UCAS CODE: L510

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Derby

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Qualify as a social worker for one of the most challenging and rewarding careers of all. You’ll meet high professional standards and gain invaluable experience on substantial work placements.This applied course paves the way for you to register and practise as a qualified social worker, reaching out to help people from many different backgrounds to assess and tackle their problems.Gain vital experience on practice placements, where you can put theory into practice and increase your confidence on the frontline of social work.Develop your capacity to work flexibly in multi-agency teams, thanks to our strong focus on inter-professional learning,Be inspired by our experienced, enthusiastic academic team who put teaching first and are dedicated to your success.There is a growing demand for qualified social workers who can excel in a variety of fields, so this course opens doors to an exciting and diverse range of career opportunities.Your role could involve addressing issues such as child protection, mental health, disability and youth justice or working with vulnerable or older adults. You could work in settings such as hospitals, day centres, social services, residential centres, schools and the voluntary sector.Once you are a qualified social worker, you'll be expected to continue your professional development so you can keep up to date with current trends in the sector. You could also choose to specialise in particular areas of practice once you have qualified.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,900per year

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University information

University of Derby

University of Derby

  • University League Table

    79th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1GB, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    59th out of 73 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 181
    118 65%

    47th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    62nd

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    54th

    31

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