GOLDSMITHS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
BA Social Work
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS L500
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€26k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 3 yearsDuration
- Academic and professional qualificationCareer focus
- Two assessed practice placements (170 days total)Work-based learning
- Focus on anti-oppressive and human rights practiceCore values
- Research-informed teachingAcademic quality
- Eligible to apply for registration with Social Work EnglandProfessional recognition
This BA Social Work degree combines academic study with practical experience to prepare you for a professional career. You'll gain the essential knowledge, values, and skills needed to become a reflective, ethical, and effective social worker, equipped to handle the complexities of modern social work practice. The program emphasizes human rights and social justice, encouraging you to integrate these principles into your work. You will be taught by experienced academics and practitioners and the curriculum is designed to meet professional standards, including those set by Social Work England.
Curriculum
The degree is structured around study units, workshops, lectures, seminars, projects, and private study. It focuses on applying social science principles to social work practice, developing your intellectual capacity and practical skills. A minimum of 85% attendance is expected. Learning progresses over three years, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application, including significant practice placements.
- Year 1
- Introduction to Social Work, Community Development, and Youth Work
- Group Work
- Introduction to Applied Social Science Research
- Professional Development for Practice
- Foundation to Social Work
- Introduction to Social Science
- Race, Racism and Professional Practice
- Year 2
- Social Work Skills and Methods 1
- Introduction to Law and Social Work
- Applied Social Research Methods
- Theory, Policy and Practice
- Theories of Individual Development
- Social Work 70-Day Placement and Practice Integration
- Year 3
- Social Work Skills and Methods 2
- Social Justice and Social Work
- Social Work 100-Day Placement and Practice Integration
Careers
Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for professional social work roles. The degree is highly regarded by employers in London and beyond, and alumni have a strong record of securing employment. The program aligns with the Professional Capabilities Framework and Department of Health requirements, ensuring graduates meet professional standards.
- Social Worker (Child and Family Services)
- Social Worker (Adult Services)
- Practitioner in various social care settings
Entry requirements
A-levelCCC
BTECDMM
IB Diploma27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555
This programme is in the process of being re-validated by Social Work England.
Fees
Tuition (international)£22000 per year
Tuition (home)£9790 per year
Living—
Tuition fees are for full-time study.
How to apply
1. Apply via UCASFor most UK and international applicants, the application process is managed through UCAS. You can find the course listing and apply for the 2027 intake via the UCAS website.
2. Alternative ApplicationIf you are located in Crimea Region/Sevastopol, DNR/LNR, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, or Syria, you will need to use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
Accreditation
Successful completion of the degree means students meet the standards set by Social Work England (SWE) and are eligible to apply for registration as a social worker.