Bachelor in Social Work with Year Abroad

Tuition costs 21,000 GBP per year.

The Bachelor in Social Work with Year Abroad is a degree program for students who want to make a difference in their communities. This 4-year program at the University of Birmingham includes a year abroad at a university in the EU or elsewhere in the world. The program helps students develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a qualified social worker.

The curriculum includes modules such as Psychology and Human Development, Social Issues and Social Policy, and Social Work Skills. Students will also participate in practice learning placements, where they will work with service users and carers to develop their practical skills. The program includes assessments, such as observed simulations, to evaluate students' readiness for practice.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Social Workers, Case Managers, or Counselors. They can work in industries such as healthcare, government, or non-profit. Employers may include hospitals, schools, or community organizations. The skills developed in this program, such as communication and problem-solving, are highly valued by employers in these fields.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.