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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: L505

Social Work with Foundation Year

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
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4 yearsDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£35,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Buckinghamshire New University, the BSc (Hons) Social Work with Foundation Year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. As a Social Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting some of the most marginalised groups in society, helping them in overcoming barriers to a fulfilled life. Our Social Work degree is designed to prepare you for this impactful journey with a focus on hands-on, high-quality placements, expert-led teaching, and the essential skills you need to thrive from day one. This course is approved by Social Work England, meaning upon graduating from this course, you’ll be able to register as a qualified Social Worker with this regulatory board. International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Human Development and Psychology
Social Policy and Legislation
Social Work Practice and Ethics
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Safeguarding Children and Adults
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Practice Placement One
Professional Practice Placement Two
UCAS Code:L505
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points32

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£63,640

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

What are the tuition fees

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Buckinghamshire New University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£33,000£35,000£38,000
3 years£23,500£30,500£36,000
5 years£27,500£34,500£42,500

UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£33,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

79%Working
7%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
84%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
86%
Learning opportunities
95%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
82%
Organisation and management
77%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
91%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
35%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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About Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University offers Social Work with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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