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BA (Hons) Social Work

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Social Work BA Honours at Middlesex University London is designed for students who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. This approved programme provides the essential …

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The Social Work BA Honours at Middlesex University London is designed for students who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. This approved programme provides the essential skills and resilience required to build a fulfilling career in social work. Students benefit from a dynamic curriculum co-designed by academics, service users, and practice partners. The course features a strong emphasis on real-world experience, including two professional placements in contrasting settings during the second and third years, allowing students to apply theory to practice in statutory and voluntary sectors. Throughout the three-year full-time programme, students engage with current law, policies, and human development theories through interactive workshops and e-learning. Upon graduation, students are eligible to apply to Social Work England to register as qualified social workers. This course is ideal for those seeking a structured, professionally recognised pathway into a rewarding career, supported by a friendly teaching team with extensive industry links.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

UCAS: 80-120 tariff points + GCSE English grade 4/C, DBS and Declaration of Suitability A-Levels: BB-BBB BTEC: MMP-DDM (128 points) Access to HE: Overall pass including 45 credits at level 3 (15 Distinction, 30 Merit)

English Language Requirements

Grade 4/C

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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

Community Project30 Credits Credits
Lifecourse Development30 Credits Credits
Preparation for Professional Practice: Communication and Lifelong Learning Skills30 Credits Credits
Preparation for Professional Practice: Foundation Knowledge and Skills30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Approaches to Health and Social Care Research30 Credits Credits
Initial Professional Practice Placement30 Credits Credits
Law for Social Workers30 Credits Credits
Social Work Theories, Interventions and Practice30 Credits Credits

Year 3

Final Professional Practice Placement30 Credits Credits
Social Work Knowledge: Application and Critique30 Credits Credits
Specialist Knowledge for Professional Practice (Child and Family Social Work)60 Credits Credits
Specialist Knowledge for Professional Practice (Social Work with Adults)60 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

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

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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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