Social Work BSc (Hons)
London Metropolitan University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Social Work BSc (Hons) at London Metropolitan University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Social Work.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Social Work
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Social Work at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £37000 | £21500 | £21000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £31500 - £40000 | £10000 - £31500 | £14000 - £35500 |
All Social Work courses of London Metropolitan University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Social Work
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £30014 | £24882 | £27670 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26322 - £32477 | £17078 - £30541 | £18866 - £34301 |
All Social Work courses in the UK
Course Description
Why study this course?
Social work is a profession that has its history rooted in the principles of equality and social justice. Accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), this course enables you to practise as a social worker. You'll benefit from our extensive links with statutory organisations, local authorities and the voluntary sector, and from the experience our lecturers bring to their teaching.
In the most recent Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey, 100% of all 2017 graduates from this course were in work or further study within six months.
More about this course
The Social Work BSc (Hons) is a professionally accredited course providing the knowledge, skills and values required by social workers which enables successful students to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). It’s been designed to meet the Standards of Proficiency (SOPs) as defined by the HCPC and the British Association of Social Workers (BASW) Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) requirements (originally set out by The College of Social Work).
We’ve integrated the nine areas of the PCF for social workers into our modules. The nine areas are:
- professionalism
- values and ethics
- diversity
- rights, both justice and economic
- knowledge
- judgement
- critical reflection and analysis
- contexts and organisations
- professional leadership
Knowledge, skills and values in these core areas will help you develop a professional identity as a social worker, enabling you to become a reflective, resilient and effective social work practitioner.
This course is informed by research, evidence, current policy, practice and theoretical perspectives. You'll learn in a structured and dynamic environment, with considerable interaction with experienced academic staff, service users, other professional students as well key social work partners and practitioners.
This three-year course includes two placements, with at least one of the placements giving you experience of statutory social work tasks, involving legal interventions.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Social Work BSc (Hons) at London Metropolitan University
| 80% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Social Work
All Social Work courses of London Metropolitan University
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE English Language at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification, eg Functional Skills English Level 2) We accept a broad range of equivalent level qualifications, please check the UCAS tariff calculator or contact us if you are unsure if you meet the minimum entry requirements for this course. We encourage applications from international/EU students with equivalent qualifications. We also accept mature students with diverse backgrounds and experiences. You will also be required to have a minimum of 12 weeks previous experience (at the point of application) either in a paid or voluntary capacity of working directly with vulnerable people, normally within a social care or health context. Employer reference/s are required to verify your work experience. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview day where you will present your original qualification certificates, your passport and a completed self-declaration health check. In the interview you will undertake a written test, participate in a group exercise and attend an individual interview. Due to statutory requirements, we are not able to offer sponsorship under the Tier 4 visa route for this course. We will be happy to consider those falling into this category for an alternative suitable course on request. Overseas nationals who already hold an alternative visa in a suitable category or have been granted permission to remain in the UK indefinitely and EU nationals may be considered for admission, but please note that an additional international enhanced DBS check will be required. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for the Child and Adult Workforce, which is registered with the DBS Update Service, is also required.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Social Work BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £17600 | year 1 |
| International | £17600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £17600 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £17600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be additional costs for things such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.
Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of London Metropolitan University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of London Metropolitan University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #51
- #63
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- Social Work
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #62
- #74
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- Social Work
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 14 university rankings of London Metropolitan University
About London Metropolitan University
Founded in 1848, London Metropolitan University is located in the urban setting of North London. LMU is just a 40-minute walk to Camden Town or a 20-minute tube ride from central London. Some of the benefits that students can expect when choosing LMU include a variety of residence halls at distinct price points, reputable career guidance services, and orientation services for recently-arrived international students. This institution has a selective admissions standard, so it’s recommended to prepare for your interview well in advance.
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Student composition of London Metropolitan University
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Total number of students enrolled at London Metropolitan University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 9920
- postgraduates:
- 1440
- Total:
- 11360
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Advocacy BA (Hons) | University of Wales | - | - | - | £9000 | £13500 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Social Work BA (Hons) | University of Hull | 79% | 5% | 4% | £9250 £9250 | £15400 £16500 | 152 | Hull | On campus Full-time |
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Social Work BA (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 88% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £18800 | 144 | Poole | On campus Full-time |
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Social Work BA (Hons) | Middlesex University | 60% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £15100 | 133 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Social Work BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | 71% | 0% | 2% | £9250 | £19600 | 180 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
