BSc (Hons)Social Work

The Social Work BSc (Hons) undergraduate course offered by London Metropolitan University combines both theoretical and practical learning experiences to prepare students for a career in social work. The course is designed to provide students with skills and knowledge to practice social work at an entry level in a variety of settings. It is a three-year course accredited by Social Work England that offers student placements in the second and third year of study.Course Content: The course content includes a range of subjects covering human growth and development, power and discrimination, and interprofessional practice. Students will also gain a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and policy. The course also incorporates 170 days of professional work placement where students will engage with service users and experience real-world scenarios. Key Modules: Key modules in the course include: 'Introduction to Social Work', 'Theories for Social Work', 'Developing Skills for Social Work Practice', 'Legislation and Policy for Social Work', 'Social Work Research', 'Social Work with Adults' and 'Social Work with Children and Families'. Accreditations: The Social Work BSc (Hons) course is accredited by Social Work England.Future Careers: After graduation, students can pursue a wide range of careers in various fields including adult and children's services departments, health settings, justice sectors and housing related support sectors. Graduates can also register with Social Work England as a 'social worker'.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.