Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PgDip Social Work in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
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Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,600
(c. USD23,482.8)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
20 months
Social workers assist children and families in various areas such as child protection processes, foster care, adoption, and youth justice systems. They also help adults facing challenges like disabilities, substance abuse, mental health concerns, housing insecurity, and protection needs.
Our acclaimed integrated learning method provides deep insights and practical knowledge of social work practice. You'll gain the abilities to become a thoughtful, principled professional dedicated to continuous development.
Social workers guide individuals through challenging transitions and situations, providing support and representing vulnerable populations. Focusing on children, adults, or specific adult needs, they apply social welfare laws to enhance quality of life and protect fundamental rights.
20 months
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
You should have a lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Your undergraduate degree can be in any subject. You must have GCSE 4/C for Mathematics and English or above.
A minimum of twelve months experience working with vulnerable or disadvantaged people in a social welfare capacity/setting (statutory, voluntary or independent sector, waged, unwaged or part-time, in the UK or overseas).
Extended entry requirements
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required.
You must pass disclosure and barring service and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be able to start this course.
If English is not your first language and you do not have GCSE English grade 4/C or above you will have to achieve an IELTS or equivalent qualification at the grades stated below.
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all elements.
Your undergraduate degree can be in any subject. You must have GCSE 4/C for Mathematics and English or above.
A minimum of twelve months experience working with vulnerable or disadvantaged people in a social welfare capacity/setting (statutory, voluntary or independent sector, waged, unwaged or part-time, in the UK or overseas).
Extended entry requirements
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required.
You must pass disclosure and barring service and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be able to start this course.
If English is not your first language and you do not have GCSE English grade 4/C or above you will have to achieve an IELTS or equivalent qualification at the grades stated below.
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all elements.
Tuition
GBP
17,600