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Social Work Practice
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 13 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Lincoln (Main Site)
Course summary
This full-time, 3-year BSc Social Work Practice offers students a flexible route to qualification as a social worker and will be delivered via a blended learning method of face-to-face and online teaching.
The first year of study is largely preparatory and no practice placements are undertaken. As the course progresses, complex concepts will be explored alongside developing skills in critical reflection and analysis.
Placements will commence during your second year of study with a 70-day placement, enhanced by a 100-day placement in the final year. Both placements are full-time and will require full-time attendance. The regulating body for social workers, Social Work England, require one of the placements to be undertaken in a statutory setting. Please note, students are responsible for covering the cost of placement including transport, accommodation, and general living expenses.
During both placements, students will be supervised by a Practice Educator who is a qualified social worker and responsible for assessment of the student whilst on placement. Please note that students are required to pass both placements in order to successfully qualify as a social worker.
Modules
Course Modules
For the most up to date module information, please visit the course page for this programme on our website.
Assessment method
The way students will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a dissertation or essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. Throughout this degree, students may receive tuition from professors, senior lecturers, lecturers, researchers, practitioners, visiting experts or technicians, and they may be supported in their learning by other students.
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
This course has restrictions on who can apply.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Lincoln (Main Site)
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 13 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L501
- Institution code:
- L39
- Campus name:
- Lincoln (Main Site)
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
This course has restrictions on who can apply.
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
Apply by
13 January 2027
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L501
- Institution code:
- L39
- Campus name:
- Lincoln (Main Site)
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBCC-BBC
T LevelM
UCAS Tariff104-112
From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
Scottish Higher
104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of 4 Highers or a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
104 to 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths and Science, or equivalent qualifications, such as Functional Skills Level 2.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 29
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
In exceptional circumstances we may consider work experience alongside academic qualifications and will review this on an individual basis.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Satisfactory completion of an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) (formerly the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB).
- Health Checks
- Satisfactory completion of Occupational Health Check.
- Interview
- Successful performance at an interview.
English language requirements
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ In addition to meeting the academic requirements, EU and Overseas students will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. Please visit our English language requirements page for a full list of the English qualifications we accept: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. If eligible, your offer may be lower depending on the course you applied for, your qualifications and your circumstances. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide Pages.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Historical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Some courses may incur additional costs for items such as specialist clothing, materials or equipment, depending on the subject. Some courses include opportunities for fieldwork or field trips. Where these are compulsory, the cost of travel, accommodation and meals may be covered by the University and included in the tuition fee. Optional trips are normally self-funded unless stated otherwise. Some courses also offer optional placements in the UK or overseas, or study abroad opportunities. Students undertaking these will be responsible for their own travel, accommodation and meal costs. Placements can last from a few weeks up to a full year for those choosing an optional sandwich year. Students are encouraged to secure placements independently, with support and advice available from tutors if required. The University provides comprehensive reading lists and access to core texts through its libraries but students may choose to purchase their own copies at their own expense.
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