BSc Social Work
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Social Work. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Policy Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes two practice placements in the second and third years, with a 100-day placement in the final year. Successful completion enables registration with Social Work England and the protected title of Social Worker.
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Entry requirements
Standard offer: 120 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 96 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . Applicants will also need to complete an interview for this course; see interview arrangements below. If you have non-standard qualifications but you have significant relevant experience, you may be eligible for our portfolio route - see additional information below for further details. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Prior to enrolling on the course, successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory occupational health check and an enhanced DBS check via the School, as well as registration with the Independent Safeguarding Authority. Qualifications, personal statement, interview and references all form part of the selection criteria for this course. If you have any queries please refer to DBS Frequently Asked Questions or contact admissions@bcu.ac.uk . In addition to the A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below, applicants for this course also need GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above. If you do not have these or are not undertaking them, we accept other level 2 equivalents, or we may ask you to pass BCU's GCSE equivalency tests. A Level: 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels Grades BBB (or equivalent) Required subjects: One of Health and Social Care, Human Biology, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Social Science or Applied Science at A Level or level 3 equivalent. Other subjects may be considered at the discretion of the Admissions tutor. Excluded subjects: General Studies Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma / Extended Certificate): 120 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Health or Science-related subjects National Diploma/Extended Certificate - ac
What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 73%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started
- Continued on course: 91%
- Left higher education: 9%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Welfare Professionals: 85%
- Customer service occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 92%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 3%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 85 students who started
- A levels: 69%
- Baccalaureate: 3%
- Access course: 23%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Social Work England for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with Social Work England as a social worker in England
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Equality, Diversity & Identity in Social Work (EDI)
- Foundation Law and Social Policy
- Theories of Human Growth and the Life Course
- Social Work Skills for Practice 1
- Social Work Skills for Practice 2
- Social Work Practice Safeguarding 1: Children
- Social Work Theories in Practice
- Social Work Methods in Practice: Advanced Skills
- Introduction to Research for Social Workers
- Practice Placement 1
- Contemporary Issues for Practice
- Research Enquiry for Evidence-Based Practice
- Critical Reflection in Social Work
- Practice Placement 2
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £40,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Social work.
What do graduates of BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Is BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Social Work England for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with Social Work England as a social worker in England
How many students continue on BSc Social Work at Birmingham City University?
91% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.