BSc Social Work
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Social Work. Core topics include Research Methods. The programme requires a 70-day placement in the second year and a 100-day placement in the final year, both in audited social work settings. It comprises alternating periods of academic study and practice learning in a social work or social care setting. The programme is approved by Social Work England.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: Minimum grade C/ grade 4 in GCSE English Language. Level 2 equivalents such as functional or key skills can be accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below. UCAS tariff: 120 UCAS Tariff points. BTEC: DDM Access to HE: 120 UCAS Tariff points. Scottish Highers: 120 UCAS Tariff points. Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 UCAS Tariff points. European Baccalaureate: Pass in Diploma of at least 75%. T level: Health/Healthcare Science - Merit Foundation Year: Considered if qualification is at Level 3 standard. Pass with a minimum 60% average required.
What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 76%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Welfare Professionals: 80%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 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 135 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 91%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 68%
- Access course: 25%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- No formal qualifications: 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, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Social Work
- Contemporary Issues in Social Work
- Law and Policy for Social Work
- Skills for Social Work
- Human Growth and Development
- Theories and Interventions 1
- First Placement
- Research Methods in Social Work
- Skills Two
- Social Work with Adults
- Social Work with Children and Families
- Developing Skills and Competencies in Social Work Practice
- Final Placement
- Skills Three
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £36,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Social work.
What do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of Salford 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 Salford?
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 Salford?
The average entrant had 120 UCAS points.
Is BSc Social Work at University of Salford 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 Salford?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.