Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Social Work

University of HertfordshireHatfield, United Kingdom
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
three years
Subject
Medicine
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
7.0 overall, no part below 7

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Overview

On this social work course, you will learn to collaborate effectively with service users, their families, and various organisations, including the police, NHS, and schools, to create comprehensive support networks that facilitate positive change and promote well-being. This course covers subjects such as law, partnership working, assessment and interventions, social science, mental health, disabilities, and families and children. You will engage in diverse placements, developing practical skills in assessment, intervention, and advocacy to effectively address social issues and improve well-being. Plus, you will have the opportunity gain valuable hands-on experience through work placements, preparing you for a successful career in social work.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points120–128 UCAS points
A levelsBBB-ABB
International Baccalaureate120-128From a minimum of two HL subjects at H4 or above (with the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core
BTECDDM · Mandatory subjects: Extended Diploma in a health or social care related subject
Access to HE Diplomawith a minimum of 45 credits at level 3; normally 6 level 2 credits in numeracy and 6 in literacy
GCSE4/C or above · Subjects: Mathematics, English
Other conditionsinterview · Additional information All offers are subject to an interview, enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health (OH) Screening on commencement of the programme.
Other conditionsdbs_check · Additional information All offers are subject to an interview, enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health (OH) Screening on commencement of the programme.
Other conditionsoccupational_health · Additional information All offers are subject to an interview, enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health (OH) Screening on commencement of the programme.
T Levels120–128 UCAS points · 120-128 UCAS points Accepted subjects: Healthcare Science (minimum of merit with grade B required in core component); Health (minimum of merit with grade B required in core component); Science (minimum of merit with grade B required in cor…

English language requirements

IELTS7.0 overall, no part below 7

IELTS 7, with no less than 7 in any band

Fees

International students: £17,450

UK students: £9,790

Start dates

September

Application deadline

equal consideration; 30 June 2026 (late applications); Clearing from 2 July 2026

Campus

  • University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom

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Academic

Undergraduate (year 1): High School Diploma with a minimum overall average of 3.0, with one of the following; 2 Advanced Placement (AP) with a minimum score of 3.0 OR SAT with a minimum of 1100 OR ACT with a minimum of 23 A degree with a specific A Level subject requirement would need an honours class/college credit class in that specific subject. | Undergraduate (year 2/3): There are no agreed progression routes, but if you're interested in applying to the University after part completion of a degree or completion of a diploma, applications will be individually assessed.

English language

High School Diploma English

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Scholarships at University of Hertfordshire

6 for this level
  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)
  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
All scholarships at University of Hertfordshire

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TuitionGBP 17,450
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 32,836

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