Bachelor in Social Work

Tuition comes to 26,246 USD per year. Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jan 31, 2027.

The Bachelor in Social Work at London Metropolitan University is a degree for students who want to help others, with a focus on equality and justice. This 3-year program is taught in English and is open to high school graduates.

The curriculum includes modules such as Assessing, Planning and Professional Ethics, Lifespan Development, and Practice learning. Students also develop skills in areas like professional ethics, direct practice, and research-minded practice. Hands-on components include two practice placements.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Social Workers, Counsellors, Youth Workers, Community Development Officers, or Mental Health Workers. They can work in industries such as healthcare, education, or government, with employers like the National Health Service or local authorities.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.