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Studying for a Degree in Social Work

Social work curriculum

Year 1 modules

The contested nature of social work
Social work with children and families 1
Social divisions and social diversity
Disability in society
Social work and mental health
Social work seminars
Preparation for practice

Years 2 modules

The reflexive practitioner
Social work and drug use
Social work children and families
Preparation for practice
Placement One is 75 days and takes place between the August of Year 1 and December of Year 2.

Year 3 modules

Social work and young people
Care and life course
Dissertation
Placement Two is 95 days and takes place between the January and May of year 3.

Placements

Placements provide the opportunity for students to integrate knowledge, skills and values within social work practice settings. The availability of placements is beyond the control of the University and therefore choice is limited. However, we do ensure that all students have the opportunity to meet the Standards of Proficiency for social work.

Placements are provided by agencies in the statutory and voluntary sectors within Lancashire, Cumbria, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen. As placements are across a large geographical area students may have to travel relatively long distances or find accommodation close to their practice to complete them.

The NHS Social Work Bursary contains a fixed contribution (you can see the details here) towards placement travel expenses from term-time addresses to placements. It is expected that the agency offering the placement will contribute towards any travel expenses incurred while students are doing placement duties.

Assessment

The BA (Hons) Social Work is assessed by coursework and examinations and professional evaluation during the two practice placements. This professional assessment of practice will be undertaken by practice assessors who will make recommendations to the University. Undergraduate students must also complete a dissertation (10,000 words) on social work practice.

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