BSc(Hons) Social Work
BSc (Hons) Social Work
(With or Without Foundation Year)
Programme Overview
This Social Work England-accredited degree equips you to qualify as a professional social worker. Developed with the North East London Commissioning Panel, the course integrates:
170 days of statutory placement experience
Direct training from practising social workers
Service user involvement in curriculum delivery
Key Features
Dual Accreditation: Social Work England + Chartered Institute of Housing Employment Pipeline: 92% graduate employment in NEL partnership roles Specialist Pathways: Child/Family, Adult, or Mental Health specialisms available
Course Structure
Foundation Year (Optional)
For students without 120 UCAS points
Academic Skills for Social Sciences
Introduction to Safeguarding
Sociology of Welfare
Year 1: Core Competencies
Assessing Needs & Ethical Practice (30 credits)
Communication Skills in Social Work (30 credits)
Human Development Across Lifespan (30 credits)
Social Policy & Inequality (30 credits)
Year 2: Applied Practice
Interprofessional Collaboration (15 credits)
Social Work Law (15 credits)
Safeguarding Frameworks (15 credits)
First Placement: 70 days (60 credits)
Year 3: Professional Readiness
Advanced Intervention Strategies (15 credits)
Research Project (30 credits)
Final Placement: 100 days (75 credits)
Entry Requirements
Academic:
120 UCAS points (BBB at A-Level or DDM BTEC)
GCSE English (Grade 4+) or equivalent
Professional:
12 weeks’ experience with vulnerable groups
Enhanced DBS check (registered with Update Service)
Interview assessing values & resilience
Alternative Routes:
Access to HE Diploma (45 credits at Merit+)
Relevant work experience considered
Career Outcomes
Immediate Roles:
Child Protection Officer
Mental Health Social Worker
Housing Support Specialist
Further Study:
MA Social Work (fast-track)
PG Cert Approved Mental Health Professional
Why This Programme?
London Focus: Placements across 5 boroughs
CIH Advantage: Only UK social work degree with housing accreditation
Earn While You Learn: 40% students secure paid roles during placements
“Our graduates lead safeguarding teams in 15+ London boroughs.”