Social Work BA (Hons)

This course aims to enable you to develop your knowledge, skills and values and demonstrate your professional capability. You will be provided with frequent opportunities to explore issues that arise in learning about social work regarding children and adults in small discussion groups and action learning sets with other students.<br/><br/>We offer high quality practice placements supported by the Cheshire & Merseyside Social Work Teaching Partnership (CMSWTP), which comprises four higher education institutions, eight local authorities, three NHS trusts and a voluntary sector organisation covering Liverpool City Region, West Lancashire, Warrington, Cheshire West and Chester.<br/><br/>You will study and prepare yourself for a professional career with a supportive and qualified core staff team. As well as excellent learning resources and student support and guidance provision at the University, staff on the course have a wide range of specialisms and expertise. Experienced practice educators and assessors are committed to your personal and professional development. You will also benefit from input from people with experience of social care/work services.

Join a university with a real focus on making you not just ‘work ready’, but ‘World Ready’. With expert teaching alongside built-in work placements and industry links, courses are closely aligned to the real world, enabling you to graduate a step ahead, connected to a network of contacts. <br/><br/>Outside the classroom, you’ll have a comprehensive support package to help you gain self-worth and resilience, so you can contribute to society on a local, national and global level. There’s a wealth of opportunities to boost your CV; volunteer in the community, take a free language course, enhance your digital skills, work part-time and earn while you learn, and get involved with Chester Students’ Union.<br/><br/>Beautiful and packed with history, Chester is a bustling 21st century city balancing big name shopping, eating and living with an eclectic independent scene. It has a safe and thriving nightlife too. <br/><br/>Join a friendly and inclusive community that shares your ambition and Get World Ready – apply now!