Professional Social Work Practice PgDip

This innovative Postgraduate Diploma blends practical experience with academic study, leading to a nationally recognised professional qualification in social work. Commissioned by two regional employer partnerships, it provides high-quality, work-based education and training for aspiring social workers, with placements in a local authority. The course is funded by the Department for Education; students receive a bursary and are fully supported by a local authority children’s services department. To apply, you need at least six months’ experience (work or volunteering) with children, young people or families. Our Social Work courses are accredited by Social Work England. Once you have completed this course, you will be a qualified social worker and can apply to Social Work England for your professional registration. Two Step Up regional partnerships: South East (Oxfordshire, Milton Keynes, Central Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire) and the Central Eastern (Hertfordshire, Luton and Bedford).

IELTS 6.0 overall, with minimum 5.5 in each element

International students: £12,000 per year

UK students: £6,700 per year

UK/Home: £6,700 per year

International: £12,000 per year

January

January entry (all courses); 21 October 2025 (Nursing)

• Luton campus, United Kingdom