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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Social Work
Northumbria University, Newcastle
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Social Work course at Northumbria University, Newcastle.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Northumbria University, Newcastle. These students are taking Social Work or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | C |
| Business Studies | C |
| Sociology | D |
| English Language | D |
| English Literature | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L503
Here's what Northumbria University, Newcastle says about its Social Work course.
Gain the skills and knowledge you need to embark on a demanding but incredibly rewarding career with our BSc (Hons) Social Work degree at Northumbria.
During your course, you will gain confidence and knowledge of social work, ensuring you are ready to support and improve the lives of everyday people, from all walks of life.
Covering modules in Social Work Assessment and Intervention, Policy and Law, Ethics, Research, Safeguarding, and Leadership, you will gain knowledge which you can apply to your practice placements and, subsequently, your future employment.
At Northumbria, you will be taught by leading academics who have extensive practical experience in a wide range of social work contexts. Furthermore, successful completion of the course, will enable you to apply for registration with Social Work England - a legal requirement for all practising social workers in England.
How does this Social Work course prepare me for work?
The course is delivered through a range of learning and assessment methods, designed to ensure you can gain lots of transferable skills, such as independence, team working, research skills, leaderships, and time management. These skills are vital for any career, including Social Work.
As well as this, you will take part in 170 days of assessed placements in the final two years of study. This will be a fantastic way to get hands-on, help real people, and get a real feel for the kind of clinical settings which you may work in after your studies.
BSc (Hons) Social Work is accredited by Social Work England (SWE) with conditions. Students who successfully complete the course can apply to be registered with SWE and therefore will be able to practice as a Social Worker in England.
Source: Northumbria University, Newcastle
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Social Work and Community Wellbeing
Location
Coach Lane Campus | Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Social work
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
For a full list of the modules on your course, please access the course pages at www.northumbria.ac.uk
How you will be assessed
Your tutors will use a variety of teaching methods, which may include lectures, seminars, problem-based workshops, case discussions, practical activities, group work and tutorials. Teaching is backed up by a well-designed support system that will underpin your learning journey. You will have access to a Guidance Tutor with whom you can discuss any academic issues. Extensive feedback from both tutors and peers is built into the course.
Northumbria University, Newcastle student reviews
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4th year student
1 year ago
They’re nice and giving but I believe that it can always be improved
4th year student
1 year ago
Well I like the life I created but I just don’t like how unreliable the transport is from where I live although it’s something that the uni probably can’t help with
4th year student
1 year ago
Even though the tuition fees are crazy expensive, i like how our SU is providing a student pantry or other ways to financially help the students
4th year student
1 year ago
It’s okay because I only get it when I ask for it anyway
4th year student
1 year ago
I don’t live in university accommodation since it’s expensive but I’ve heard that it’s okay depending on who you’re staying with. The university facility is really nice though so I like it but I hope that they can provide free hot water.
4th year student
1 year ago
Most of my tutors are really nice and they always reply to my emails. There is also a lot of group work that’s hard because I prefer to study on my own to get a better grade.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Northumbria University, Newcastle
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Northumbria University, Newcastle students who took the Social Work course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
75%
low
Teaching on my course
75%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
80%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
60%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
68%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
70%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
85%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
90%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
82%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
65%
low
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
68%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
85%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
95%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
78%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
85%
med
How well organised is your course?
65%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
71%
low
Student voice
71%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
58%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
76%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
80%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
87%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Student information
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Graduate prospects
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Northumbria University, Newcastle graduates who took Social Work - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.1k
First year after graduation
£25.2k
Third year after graduation
£25.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Social Work.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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