This programme offers you a professional qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council and The Health and Care Professions Council, and eligibility for registration as a social worker. You’ll gain a fundamental understanding of the theory and practice that underpins all work in the field, splitting your time between theoretical learning on campus and practical work in various learning environments. The programme is approved by the Scottish Social Services Council, complies with the Scottish Requirements for Social Work Training and enables you to meet the Standards in Social Work Education and the Key Capabilities in Child Care and Protection. It is also recognised as a professional qualification in social work across the world, including the United States and Canada.
Course Details - Modules
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Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
L508
Institution code:
E56
Campus Name:
Central area campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, is preferred. Applicants holding or predicted less than a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) with additional qualifications and/or substantial relevant experience may also be considered.
Full, detailed entry requirements including English language requirements are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website along with important information on how to apply.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
7.0
7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT)
100.0
100 or above with 23 in each section (including Special Home Edition). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
Cambridge English Advanced
185 overall with 176 in each component.
Cambridge English Proficiency
185 overall with 176 in each component.
Trinity ISE
ISE III with a pass in all four components.
You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence. We accept a wider range of international qualifications and tests. English language qualifications must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the degree you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS, TOEFL, or Trinity ISE, in which case it must be no more than two years old.
Full details of our English language requirements can be found on our website:
Tuition fees for students starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later have not yet been confirmed. Decisions are expected before the start of academic year 2021-22.
Provider information
Student Recruitment and Admissions
33 Buccleuch Place
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Edinburgh
EH8 9JS
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