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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L501
Social Work
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£26,180Per Year (Intl)
£34,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Birmingham, the BA (Hons) Social Work provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. The Social Work BA at Birmingham empowers you to make a difference in people’s lives. Through hands-on experience and expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills to tackle complex social challenges and support individuals, families, and communities. With a focus on practical learning and real-world application, this course prepares you to navigate diverse social issues. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Social Work Practice and Values
Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan
Understanding Social Inequalities and Diversity
Legal and Policy Frameworks in Social Work
Assessment and Intervention Skills
Working with Families and Communities
Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Care
Professional Placement and Reflective Practice
UCAS Code:L501
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Required subjects and grades: Critical Thinking is accepted. General Studies: Not accepted |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 6,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 76 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£26,180
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£78,540
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
UK/domestic fee shown for 2026/27. International fees not displayed on page
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £34,000 | £35,500 |
| 3 years | £24,500 | £30,000 | £34,000 |
| 5 years | £26,500 | £35,500 | £38,500 |
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
£30,000
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£35,500
UK average
£33,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 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
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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
90%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
92%Assessment and feedback
90%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
89%Learning resources
88%Student voice
91%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
93%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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