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BA Social Work - Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons) Social Work is designed for individuals currently employed in the social care sector who wish to qualify as professional social workers. This programme combines academic …

Tuition
£9,500/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons) Social Work is designed for individuals currently employed in the social care sector who wish to qualify as professional social workers. This programme combines academic study with practical, work-based learning, ensuring apprentices develop the essential skills, knowledge, and values required to support vulnerable individuals and communities. Throughout the three-year course, apprentices engage in interactive workshops, e-learning, and face-to-face sessions, while completing 170 days of assessed workplace learning. The curriculum is fully accredited by Social Work England and focuses on evidence-informed practice, legislation, and professional standards. Apprentices benefit from a robust support network, including academic advisors and workplace mentors, ensuring they are well-prepared for the complexities of the profession. By integrating theoretical frameworks with real-world experience, the programme enables apprentices to make a meaningful impact in their roles while advancing their careers. This apprenticeship is an excellent pathway for those looking to formalise their expertise and contribute to the social work sector, with a strong emphasis on collaborative, multi-professional practice and lifelong learning.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Level 3 certificates which could include vocational courses/ or two years relevant and verifiable work experience

English Language Requirements

Grade 4 or above

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Life-course Developments30 Credits Credits
Community Project30 Credits Credits
Preparation for Professional Practice: Foundation Knowledge and Skills30 Credits Credits
Preparation for Professional Practice: Professional Development and Communication30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Law for Social Workers30 Credits Credits
Social Work Theories, Interventions and Practice30 Credits Credits
Approaches to Health and Social Care Research30 Credits Credits
Assessed Workplace Learning (70 days)

Year 3

Social Work Knowledge: Application and Critique30 Credits Credits
Assessed Workplace Learning (100 days)
Specialist Adults’ Social Work Practice And Interventions60 Credits Credits
Specialist Children and Families’ Social Work Practice and Interventions60 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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