Social Work (Extended Degree)

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Social Work (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University, Newcastle is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to embark on a demanding but incredibly rewarding career with our BSc (Hons) Social Work degree at Northumbria. During your course, you will gain confidence and knowledge of social work, ensuring you are ready to support and improve the lives of everyday people, from all walks of life. Covering modules in Social Work Assessment and Intervention, Policy and Law, Ethics, Research, Safeguarding, and Leadership, you will gain knowledge which you can apply to your practice placements and, subsequently, your future employment. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,000 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

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

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