Social Work
Bachelor's degree
In Stirling
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Stirling (Scotland)
Introduction:
1st in the UK for Social Work
The Complete University Guide 2017
Do you want a career that is stimulating, rewarding and makes a positive contribution to society? If so a degree in social work could be for you.
At the University of Stirling social work education is committed to progressive social change through teaching, research and an active involvement with practice. We believe in a social work profession defined not only by its function but also by its values and integrity.
We promote an understanding of social work which is informed by social justice and human rights, a profession that acknowledges the links between “public issues” and “private troubles” and seeks to address both. We value social work practice that has prevention at its heart and recognises the importance of collective approaches, actively engaging with and learning from user movements.
This degree course incorporates the professional qualification you need to practise social work alongside a strong grounding in relevant social science subjects. We will help you qualify as a social worker who is knowledgeable, skilled, analytical and ethical in your approach to working with individuals, families, groups and communities.
On the social work degree programme at the University of Stirling you will be taught by a team of qualified social workers including world leaders in their research field and academics who maintain close connections with practice. You will enjoy the benefits of smaller class sizes (23-55) with creative approaches to teaching and assessment as well as detailed feedback on your progress. You will experience contributions to teaching by people who have used social work services and carers and on your practice placements, and will be supported and assessed by accredited Practice Teachers and Educators.
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Academic requirements
Four-year Honours degree
SQA Higher:
ABBB - one sitting.
AABB - two sittings.
GCE A-level:
BBB
IB Diploma:
32 points.
BTEC (Level 3):
DDM
Other qualifications
HNC/HND:
Year one entry
Scottish HNC/D - Bs in graded units, preference given to As
English, Welsh and NI HNC/D - Merits and Distinctions.
Access courses:
Access courses and other UK/EU and international qualifications are also welcomed.
Additional information
General entrance requirements apply.
Mathematics Standard Grade (2), National 5 (B), Intermediate 2 (C), GCSE (C) or equivalent...
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Subjects
- Social Work
- University
- Teaching
- Social Worker
Course programme
There is a two-stage, paper-based selection process. The first stage is the UCAS application form, which is screened for social work related knowledge and experience, as well as qualifications, so the personal statement is particularly important. At the second stage, applicants whose original application form covers the required areas, in terms of qualifications, experience and understanding of social work, are invited to submit an additional piece of written work. They are given two social work scenarios and asked general questions about the challenges and attractions of being a social worker.
As part of the registration process with the Scottish Social Services Council, all applicants are subject to a Criminal Records check. This check will show some spent and all unspent criminal convictions.
Previous criminal convictions may not exclude you, but all relevant convictions must also be declared during the University application process and some occurrences may result in an unsuccessful application. Please see the Disclosure Scotland Website for guidance on which spent convictions must be declared.
Social Work