BSc (Hons) Social Work in Fishponds United Kingdom | University of the West of England

UWE Bristol's BSc(Hons) Social Work program is a hands-on degree designed to equip you with the essential skills for a successful social work career. This course provides the professional competencies, theoretical foundation, and practical placement opportunities that set graduates apart. Through our network of partner organizations, you'll complete 170 days of fieldwork across statutory, voluntary, private, and independent sectors, gaining diverse professional exposure. Statistics show that students undertaking work placements often achieve higher degree classifications. While demanding, this career path offers immense satisfaction as you directly contribute to solving critical societal issues.

Our teaching team comprises passionate, practicing social workers who bring extensive field expertise and research specializations. The HUB group - comprising service users, caregivers, and individuals with lived experience - plays a pivotal role in course delivery. Situated in Bristol's dynamic, multicultural environment, UWE offers an ideal setting for social work education. The city presents distinctive learning prospects through its varied social care landscape, with support from professionals across multiple practice settings.