Social Work (Qualified Status) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Work (Qualified Status) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Our BA (Hons) Social Work course offers a detailed and dynamic perspective of social work, covering theoretical perspectives, underpinning values and ethics, legislation and social policy and the impact of poverty and practice in Wales.
You will:
* Be guaranteed at least one placement in a Local Authority setting, giving you hands-on experience and the chance to build professional relationships with potential employers while you study
* Study a course ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction\* reflecting the supportive teaching, perso...
Our BA (Hons) Social Work course offers a detailed and dynamic perspective of social work, covering theoretical perspectives, underpinning values and ethics, legislation and social policy and the impact of poverty and practice in Wales.
You will:
* Be guaranteed at least one placement in a Local Authority setting, giving you hands-on experience and the chance to build professional relationships with potential employers while you study
* Study a course ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction\* reflecting the supportive teaching, personalised guidance, and quality of your learning experience
* Be eligible for registration with any of the UK’s four Regulatory Bodies for Social Work upon graduation, opening doors to professional practice across the country
* Benefit from our partnerships with local authorities and professional groups, giving you access to a variety of placements and experiences that develop your skills, confidence, and professional identity
* Have opportunities to work with other professional courses such as Nursing, Policing, and Occupational Therapy, helping you understand different professional perspectives and enhancing your ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
* Be taught by academics from a range of backgrounds with varied professional experiences and interests
* Have the opportunity to experience elements of practice within a safe, supported environment
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Wrexham (Main Campus)
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A36-C95
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
96-112 UCAS Tariff points
AS
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 0.0, offer-merit: 45.0, offer-pass: 0.0
96-112 UCAS Tariff points
Scottish Advanced Higher
96-112 UCAS Tariff points
Extended Project
Accepted as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
96-112 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*
E
We accept WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as part of your overall tariff score.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
96-112 UCAS Tariff points
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement. Where GCSE Maths, English and/or Science are required these must be at O4 or above.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
96-112 UCAS Tariff points
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International, Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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