Social Work

About this course

Social work is the professional discipline concerned with protecting and supporting people at some of the most difficult points in their lives. Social workers operate within legal and statutory frameworks to promote the welfare of children, adults, families and communities, making decisions that can have profound consequences for the people they work with. The role requires not only deep knowledge of law, policy and human development but also the practical wisdom to make complex professional judgements under pressure, to work collaboratively across agencies, and to maintain both compassion and professional boundaries over time. At the University of the West of Scotland, this four-year degree is a qualifying programme that prepares you to register as a social worker in Scotland and to practise in children's or adults' services, mental health, criminal justice or community settings. You w

Where its graduates go

The 2 largest scored destinations, covering 95% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 15 / 100Welfare Professionals · 85% of graduatescards →
• 6 / 100Caring personal services · 10% of graduatescards →

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