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De Montfort University · Undergraduate
£8,500scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L502
Social Work
De Montfort UniversityLeicester, England
3 yearsDuration
£16,800Per Year (Intl)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
66%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by De Montfort University, the BA (Hons) Social Work provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Social workers are key to supporting individuals and communities, from child protection to mental health. Our degree equips you with the practical skills, knowledge, and resilience to become a confident, effective, and compassionate social worker. You'll learn everything from social work theories to professional skills, ensuring you're ready to help adults and children in various settings. International tuition fees are £16,800 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 87% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Social Work Theory and Practice
Child Protection and Safeguarding
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Professional Skills and Communication
Law and Policy in Social Work
Working with Adults and Families
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Placement and Practice Experience
UCAS Code:L502
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points |
| UCAS Points | 120 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,800
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£50,400
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — De Montfort University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £31,000 | £33,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £24,000 | £29,000 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £32,000 | £37,000 |
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▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£33,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 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
65%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
57%
Overall
Teaching on my course
66%Learning opportunities
71%Assessment and feedback
74%Academic support
28%Organisation and management
13%Learning resources
95%Student voice
52%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
55%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About De Montfort University
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