Course summary
Start your career as a social worker with our dynamic social work degree. You will develop the skills and knowledge you need to face the demands of this rewarding industry and graduate with the qualification required to register with Social Work England. Our expert lecturers have worked in the field and have first-hand knowledge of the social work sector. They will guide you through the modules and keep you up-to-date with the constantly changing social work policies and legislation. You will have the opportunity to complete a range of social work placements to demonstrate and develop your social work skills, fully preparing you for employment We have strong links with social work employers across the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. Achievement of this programme means you can register with Social Work England What’s next? You will be qualified to take up a career as a Social Worker or you could continue your studies at masters level.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L500
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Standard entry criteria: 120 UCAS points from A-Levels or Access to HE courses or other relevant qualification. Non-standard entry: Individuals with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Additional requirements: GCSE English and maths at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). A clear Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS). Meet the required professional standards of the accrediting body (Social Work England)
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Audition
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Institutions Own Test.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9000 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
New College Durham
Framwellgate Moor Centre
Durham
DH1 5ES