These degree programmes are aimed at creating capable social work practitioners who can meet the needs of service users and also be able to work in a fast changing working environment. With courses being designed to help students achieve to achieve personal academic growth, professional development and higher level skills.
Typically degrees consist of two main sections, tailored course work and also work placements. Considerable emphasis is placed on the practical work experience side of the degree as it facilitates the learning of real life skills. These placements also provide undergraduates with the opportunity to test the classroom skills and knowledge they’ve learnt in a social work practice setting. The degrees are taught through traditional methods such as seminars, presentations and group debate.