BSc Social Work
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Social Work, examining how social workers assess, support and safeguard individuals, families and communities. Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, Social & Cultural Analysis, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The programme includes 170 days of practice placement across approved agencies, and is recognised by Social Work England, enabling graduates to apply for professional registration.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements Typical Offers 104 UCAS tariff points, BCC at A levels, DMM at BTEC or a Pass (C or above) in your T-Level. Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare. GCSE English Language and Maths GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification. If you don’t have a traditional GCSE, get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance You must declare at the point of application and interview any criminal convictions (spent and otherwise), as this will determine your eligibility to progress through the application process. Once you have been offered and accepted a place on your programme, you will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (adult and child workforce) and send a copy of the DBS certificate to our admissions team. If you have any criminal convictions, a risk assessment will be undertaken to determine your suitability for the programme and profession. All successful applicants MUST complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and this is at the applicant’s expense. Applicants MUST sign up to the DBS Update Service within 30 days in receiving their certificate International applicants require equivalent overseas checks In addition, you must declare any criminal cautions or convictions during your programme (at the point they occur) to your course leader, as this may affect your ability to continue with or complete your programme. An an
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 57%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 60%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Welfare Professionals: 90%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- West Midlands: 20%
- South West: 65%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 60%
- Access course: 15%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
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, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Law and Social Policy
- Development over the Lifespan
- Ethics, Equality and Diversity
- Introduction to Professional Social Work
- Theories for Social Work
- Intervention and Skills
- Practice Placement (70 days)
- Contexts and Organisations
- Professional Knowledge 2
- Rights Justice and Wellbeing
- Practice Placement (100days)
- Children, Young People and Families
- Social Work with Adults
- Social Work and Mental Health
- Dissertation
- Professional Leadership
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £38,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £4,500 more than the UK median for Social work.
What do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of Gloucestershire do next?
95% 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 University of Gloucestershire?
78% 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 University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 115 UCAS points.
Is BSc Social Work at University of Gloucestershire 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 University of Gloucestershire?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.