Social Work (Wales)

About this course

Social work is one of the most directly human of all professions, concerned with supporting individuals, families, and communities through some of the most difficult circumstances people can face, including poverty, family breakdown, mental ill health, addiction, domestic abuse, disability, and the consequences of trauma and disadvantage. Social workers carry statutory responsibilities that are legally defined, making careful professional judgement and a strong ethical framework essential throughout the career. It is demanding work, but it is also work that makes a concrete difference to people's lives. This programme at the Open University is specifically designed for students in Wales, reflecting the distinct legislative and policy framework that governs social work practice there, including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act and the distinctive approach to children's and

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 97% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 1% of graduatescards →
• 50 / 100Business and Financial Project Management Professionals · 1% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 4% of graduatescards →
• 15 / 100Welfare Professionals · 87% of graduatescards →
• 15 / 100Welfare and housing associate professionals · 4% of graduatescards →

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