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Gain the professional knowledge and skills you need to qualify and practise as a registered social worker with the ability for leadership
This course is designed for graduates who wish to qualify as a social worker within a two-year time frame.
The course is unique in that it has been developed alongside the MSc Physiotherapy and MSc Occupational Therapy programmes to prepare you to work effectively within the complex and rapidly evolving environment of health and social care. You will learn alongside pre-registration students in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy throughout your studies with us, and graduate together. The Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre provides the facilities to develop your skills in realistic settings including the home environment. Being both intellectually challenging and practical, this programme will prepare you for the real world of social work within the areas of Children and Families, Criminal Justice and Adult social work. You’ll enter the workplace as a confident, competent and autonomous social worker, equipped to lead the delivery of personalised and responsive services, which place individuals and families at the centre of their care and support.
Please note: The programme is approved by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with honours at a minimum of 2.2 preferably in a Social Science related subject.
In order to meet the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE), evidenced study in the area of English and Maths is also required.
In addition to academic qualifications, candidates must demonstrate commitment to and knowledge of Social Work as a career. Candidates should evidence this through their application form and personal statement. A wide range of experience may be considered to be relevant including paid employment in social care, voluntary work related to Social Work, and life story experience of Social Work services, particularly care experience. Candidates should relate their experiences to their motivation to study Social Work and their awareness of the scope of Social Work practice.
Applicants with other professional qualifications and experience may be considered on an individual basis. Interview Requirements
There will be a selection interview involving both a group and an individual interview. Competition for places varies from year-to-year and achievement of the typical minimum does not always guarantee shortlisting for interview or a place on the course.
Admission to the Programme is dependent upon a satisfactory Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Check. This will be sent to you prior to interview and will be conducted on the interview day. The cost of the PVG check will be paid by the University.
Additional Information
All students are required to register as a Social Work student with the Scottish Social Services Council on joining the programme.
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
The course enables you to provide leadership as a qualified social worker, ready to work in the local authority or third sector, within the areas of Children and Families, Criminal Justice and Adult Social Work.
Modules that you will study* as part of this course
* These are indicative only and reflect the course structure in the current academic year. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.
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