BA (Hons) Social Work in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University

If you're dedicated to positively impacting the lives of children, families, and adults, our Social Work England-approved BA Social Work program spanning three years is designed for you. Social work transforms lives – we've witnessed this firsthand through over two decades of training social workers whose graduates consistently create meaningful change in their communities.

This demanding yet fulfilling profession frequently places you at the heart of society's most vulnerable and underserved populations.

You likely possess innate patience, integrity, and compassion – qualities of a discerning individual who recognizes human potential. We'll cultivate these attributes while equipping you with the essential knowledge and competencies to become a qualified social worker.

Pursue your studies in Cambridge, Chelmsford, or Peterborough while gaining practical experience through undergraduate placements. Social work focuses on empowering individuals and families through complex situations requiring strong interpersonal abilities like effective communication and collaborative skills. Our partnership with the SUCI Group ensures direct learning from individuals with personal experience of social services. Substantial hands-on experience is integral to the program, featuring 170 placement days throughout your studies.

Every student completes two practical placements: 70 days in Year 2 and 100 days in Year 3, including mandatory statutory work involving legal processes. These placements provide critical workplace learning opportunities covering diverse areas such as client engagement, assessment techniques, relationship-building, intervention strategies, protective measures, and proper use of professional authority.