Social Work, BA (Hons)

Kingston University’s Social Work course is accredited by Social Work England, enabling graduates to register as qualified practitioners. Ranked top in London (Guardian University Guide 2025), it benefits from partnerships with nine local authorities and three voluntary organisations, alongside a Teaching Excellence Framework Gold rating for outstanding teaching and student outcomes. The curriculum delivers hands-on training in social work theory, ethics, diversity, and key areas like mental health, safeguarding, and substance misuse, with direct input from service users and professionals. Students develop skills through simulated interactions and diverse placements in South West London and Surrey.Future Skills are integrated to foster problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability, preparing graduates for dynamic careers. High employment rates see alumni securing roles in statutory, voluntary, and private sectors, often in inter-professional teams across social care, health, and justice. Modules include Practice Skills and Methods, with varied assessments like seminars and field visits ensuring practical readiness.

Examples of modules: – Practice Skills and Methods – Working with Ethics and Diversity in Social Work Practice – Readiness for Direct Practice. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston university course webpage.