BSc (Hons)Social Work

Study location	United Kingdom, Hatfield
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (Hons)
Course code	L500

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) Good grades in English and Mathematics The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in any one band) CAE: 185 (with no less than 185 in any one band)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. All offers are subject to an interview, written assessment, group discussion and enhanced DBS check.

More information	herts.ac.uk/courses/social-work

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Career opportunities

On graduation, you’ll be eligible to register as a social worker with the Health and Care Professions Council. You’ll also be qualified to work in the wide range of statutory, private and voluntary agencies that employ social workers.

After successful completion of your studies, you will be qualified to work in the wide range of statutory and private and voluntary agencies which employ social workers. These areas include, for example:

- Children and their families, either to avoid family breakdown or where there is a risk of abuse or neglect
- Children with disabilities
- Young offenders
- Foster carers;
- Adults with physical or mental health difficulties
- Refugees and asylum seekers
- Older people
- Carers

100% of our Social Work graduates went on to employment or further study within 6 months according to the latest national Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey. Our programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to practice with children and adults throughout their lives.