BA Social Work
What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 5%
- London: 70%
- South East: 20%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 7%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 7%
- Other qualifications: 1%
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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Social Work at London South Bank University earn?
The median salary is £30,500 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £41,000. The £32,500 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Social work.
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Social Work at London South Bank University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Social Work at London South Bank University?
The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BA Social Work at London South Bank 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 BA Social Work at London South Bank University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.