bsc (hons) social work
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BSc (Hons) Social Work
Department of Interprofessional Studies
Faculty of Education, Health and Social Care
The University of Winchester
Overview
Describing social work Entry requirements Selection processes Structure of the degree Course content of the degree Career and employment opportunities
Professional activity:
This degree is a professional course, leading to eligibility to register as a Social Worker. Key tasks include:Assessing needs, risks and circumstancesHelping people access resources/advocacyCommunication & EngagementFulfilling statutory dutiesWorking across agencies and disciplinesWorking with individuals, families, groups and communities
Entry Requirements:
Typical offer = 280 – 320 points
GCSE Maths & English [min. Grade C or Key Skills Level 2]
Competence in written & spoken English
Ability to use IT facilities
Relevant Social Care Work experience (paid or voluntary)
Appropriate personal & intellectual qualities
Enhanced CRB & Health checks
Participation in a selection process
Note: the work of the Reform Board
Selection process(as recommended by The College of Social Work)
Involves:
1. A written exercise
2. Participation in a group discussion
3. Individual Interview
Structure of the Degree:
Level 4:
‘pre-professional’ year
Level 5:
50% classroom & 50% field practice
Level 6:
50% classroom & 50% field practice
Course modules: Level 4
Introductory modules to: the nature of social work the policy and legal contexts of social work human growth, development and the social
environment [children and families, and adults]
social service delivery systems direct methods of practice indirect methods of practice social work practice – ‘fitness for practice’
Course modules: Level 5
Direct social work methods with individuals, families, group and communities
Social work with specific service user groups
Social work research
First practice experience [70 days]
Course modules: Level 6
Second practice experience [100 days]
Advanced social work methods of practice
Contemporary issues in social work
Research project
Career/employment opportunities:
Work in a range of organizations/settings - statutory, private, voluntary, independent
Children, Young People, Adults
Individuals, Groups & Communities
Social policy, social research & education