Post-Graduate Diploma in Social Work
University of BedfordshireCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the PgDip Post-Graduate Diploma in Social Work at University of Bedfordshire. Based in Luton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 19-month full-time structure. This 19-month PgDip prepares you to work in a rapidly changing, complex and unpredictable sector, offering the most up-to-the-minute knowledge, skills and practice. It is designed as an entry route to a social work qualification for those with an undergraduate degree in any subject and experience in social work/care. With a focus on applying theory to practice, it combines work-placement experience, practical skills development and academic study. International tuition fees are £11,300 per year, home/UK fees are £6,700 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ 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
£11,300
per year
Home Student Fee
£6,700
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bedfordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £32,000 | £32,000 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £17,500 | £30,500 | £36,500 |
| 5 years | £16,500 | £26,500 | £38,000 |
UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↓ down £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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