BSc Social Work
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Social Work, combining reflective practice with legal and policy frameworks. Core topics include Research Methods. The programme incorporates practice learning placements with Welsh local authorities, and students complete an integrating research and enquiry module in their final year. The course is aligned with Social Care Wales standards.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 96 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: CCC BTEC: Merit Merit Merit Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate: C and CC at A Level Access to HE: Pass the access obtaining a minimum of 96 UCAS points. T Level: Pass (C and above) Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent. Equivalent qualifications considered are Essential Skills Level Two in Communication or Functional Skills Level Two in English. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on the Child & Adult Workforce and Child & Adult Barring List and subscription to the DBS Update Service is required. An interview is required. This will consist of a written task and an individual interview. Work experience carried out in a supervised social care setting or agency with a reference from the supervisor submitted at point of interview confirming you have completed the required hours. This work experience must be completed prior to your interview, and you must clearly reference that you are undertaking this experience in your personal statement. If you have previous experience that you feel could contribute towards these hours then please contact the course leader to discuss further. Instances such as these will be assessed on a case by case basis. We do not accept deferred applications for the Social Work degree.
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 69%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 54%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 67%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Welfare Professionals: 90%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Wales: 100%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 10%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by Social Care Wales for the purpose of qualifying as a social worker.
Modules
- Foundations of reflective and applied practice
- Law and Social Policy
- Communication Skills in Social Work
- Social Science for Social Work
- Introduction to Social Work Assessment
- Outcome-Focused Practice in Social Work
- Development of Critically Reflective and Applied Practice
- Research Skills in Social Work
- Application of Legislation and Social Policy
- Social Work with Individuals, Families and Communities
- Competence in Social Work Practice
- Inter-Professional Working and Co-production
- Integrating Research and Enquiry in Social Work
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of South Wales earn?
The median salary is £40,000 after 15 months, £32,500 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £42,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £7,000 more than the UK median for Social work.
What do graduates of BSc Social Work at University of South Wales do next?
90% 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 South Wales?
80% 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 South Wales?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
Is BSc Social Work at University of South Wales accredited?
Yes. Approved by Social Care Wales for the purpose of qualifying as a social worker.