BA (Hons) Social Work

The BA (Hons) Social Work degree course offered by Glasgow Caledonian University is a four-year full-time undergraduate course that aims to train students to become professional social workers. The curriculum is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in social work theories, interventions, and relevant practices. Course Content: The course content comprises of extensive theoretical and field-based learning. The first two years focus on a blend of social sciences and social work subjects, including sociology, psychology, and politics essential for the practice of social work. In the subsequent years, students are expected to undertake field practice under professional supervision.Key Modules: Key modules include 'Understanding Society', 'Social Work Practice', 'Social Work Research', 'Social Work Law' and 'Social Work and Community Empowerment'. In the final year, students undertake a 15-week field practice stint and a dissertation project.Accreditations: The course is approved by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and is also recognized by other international bodies. It fits the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE), offering a curriculum that is relevant both nationally and internationally. Future Careers: The BA (Hons) Social Work degree equips students for a career in any form of social work, including child and adolescent mental health services, criminal justice social work, residential child care, and urban/rural community social work. Graduates in this field can expect rewarding careers in the local authority, voluntary, and private sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.