BA (Hons) Social Work (Jersey)

Introduction

In a world facing myriad challenges, the need for compassionate, dedicated individuals has never been greater. Pursuing a social work degree at UCJ will equip you with the knowledge and skills to effect tangible change in people’s lives. Beyond personal fulfilment, a social work degree opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities across statutory and charity organisations, with both children and adults. By choosing a social work degree, you embark on a rewarding career path which aligns with your passion for helping others.

Our new innovative social work degree in partnership with the University of Plymouth enables you to earn while you learn. The excellently connected programme gives learner the opportunity to work with many employers to develop high quality professional industry skills. 

The flexible model of delivery is a hybrid of block weeks and one day per week lessons, alongside an enhanced online learning experience that works around your life commitments. This may be for individuals working in the social care industry, or people looking to undertake a new career path.

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Please note:
Course fees could be subject to change.

Course Overview

BA (Hons) Social Work (Jersey)

Entry requirements

  • GCSEs or equivalent: Five at grade C/4 or above to include English
  • A level/AS level: Minimum 104 -120 points, grades BBB, or equivalent - excluding General Studies. 
  • Other Level 3 qualifications will be considered and mature applicants with relevant professional experience will be considered on an individual basis

Cost per year

£9,790.00

DBS Required

YES

Course length

A 3-year full time course commencing September 2026 and ending June 2029.

Exact dates: 14th September 2026 - 25th June 2029

Work experience

Students are required to complete a minimum of 200 days of work-based learning consisting of: 

  • 30 Skills days across the three-year course
  • One 70 day work placement during Year 2
  • One 100 day work placement during Year 3

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