Social Work (Mansfield)

Social work is about making a real difference. It takes compassion, determination, and a strong mind.

What do social workers do? We step in wherever there’s a need—whether it's protecting children, supporting vulnerable adults, or helping with mental health and the cost of living. We tackle big issues like inequality, discrimination, and poverty, making an impact every day. We help individuals, families, and communities, leaving a lasting mark on their lives.

While the work can be challenging, it’s incredibly rewarding. Social work is more than a job, it’s a calling. Studying this social work degree at NTU Mansfield, you’ll cover real-life issues and develop the skills and knowledge to be a professional social worker. Get ready to be challenged, to develop yourself, and make a real impact on society.

Why study Social Work at NTU Mansfield?

• Learn everything that employers expect to see — this course is pending approval by Social Work England.

• Join a wider family — our industry connections and opportunities stretch right across the Midlands.

• Experience the real world of social work, with 170 days of practice placements included as standard.

• By undertaking this course in Mansfield, you could be sponsored by Nottinghamshire County Council during your studies.

Evidence-based practice and research underpin work in the social work arena so you will explore what works in practice settings. In Year One core modules include: Preparing for Professional Social Work Practice (40 Credit Points), Theories, Models, and Approaches in Social Work Practice (40 Credit Points) and Life Course Development in Social Context (40 Credit Points). Year Two modules include: Practice Placement (One) (40 Credit Points), Engaging with Professional Social Work Practice (20 Credit Points), Legal and Statutory Responsibilities (40 Credit Points) and Social Policy (20 Credit Points). Final year modules include: Practice Placement (Two) (60 Credit Points), Safeguarding: Working with Risk and Complexity (20 Credit Points) and Working with Individuals, Groups and Families (40 Credit Points).

People learn in different ways, and we want everybody to have the best possible chance of success. That’s why we’ve introduced a wide range of assessment methods onto NTU’s Social Work degree course — everything from essays, reports, and presentations to quizzes and interviews. Student’s practical performance in placement learning is also assessed.