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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Social Work
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
At Robert Gordon University, this BA (Hons) Social Work course will provide you with the knowledge, values and skills to practice as a qualified Social Worker. We're the largest provider of social work education in Scotland and have a strong reputation for providing high-quality teaching resulting in highly employable graduates.
As a Social Worker you will work with people of all ages who may be socially excluded, vulnerable or undergoing some level of crisis. Your role will be to guide, support and enable individuals, groups and communities to eventually support themselves as much as possible.
You will benefit from good staff-student contact time, with experienced, specialist lecturers, many of whom are still practicing. You will also have the opportunity to work with people with care and support experience so you can develop your skills and confidence in a realistic environment.
Modules
How to apply
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:
- L500
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent at GCSE level grade 5 or above.
T LevelPass (C and above)
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent at GCSE level grade 5 or above.
HNC (BTEC)P
In a relevant subject
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
HND (BTEC)P
In a relevant subject
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
In a relevant subject
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Scottish HNDPass
In a relevant subject
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Applicants will also be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Scottish HigherBBCC
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent at National 5 grade C or above.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
Pass 60 credits to include at least 45 credits at Level 3 grade merit.
Applicants will be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
Applicants will be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 26
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent at Standard Level grade 4 or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
Applicants will be expected to have Maths, Numeracy or Equivalent.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H3H3
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent and English at grade O3 or above.
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: A relevant HND will be considered for Year 2 entry. Applicants with an HNC from a formal partner college will also be considered for Year 2 entry.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Scottish Higher CCCC
Applicants will be expected to have Mathematics, Numeracy or equivalent at National 5 grade C or above.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 7.0 overall, with no component lower than 6.5, or an equivalent. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more at the URL provided.https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
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.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
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
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £18940* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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