S65BASW-S1 : BA (Hons) Social Work (Jersey)

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Who is this course for?
Embarking on a social work degree is not merely a choice of career; it’s a commitment to making a positive impact on society. In a world facing myriad challenges, the need for compassionate, dedicated individuals has never been greater.

Pursuing a social work degree at UCJ will equip you with the knowledge and skills to effect tangible change in people’s lives.

Earn while you learn – on our new innovative social work degree in partnership with the University of Plymouth enables you to earn while you learn.

The flexible model of delivery is a hybrid of block weeks and one day per week lessons, alongside an enhanced online learning experience that works around your life commitments. This may be for individuals working in the social care industry, or people looking to undertake a new career path.

Beyond personal fulfilment, a social work degree opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities across statutory and charity organisations, with both children and adults. By choosing a social work degree, you embark on a rewarding career path which aligns with your passion for helping others.

What will I study?
You will study a blend of social work theories, values and ethics within the various contexts of social work practice. You will hear from industry specialists, as well as Experts by Experience, who have worked with various services for care and support.

The course includes two work placements, which will enhance your learning and allow you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world practice settings.


How long is this course and when does it run?
The course is offered on a full-time basis over three years, commencing September 2025.
Deadline
The application portal is now open! The deadline for applications is 31st January 2025.



What are the entry requirements for the course?
Applications are welcome from anyone aged over 18 years.

· GCSEs or equivalent – Five at grade C/4 or above to include English. Preference to be given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application.
· A-level/AS-level– Minimum 104 -120 points, grades BBB, excluding General Studies – a social science subject
· BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma-Grade: DMM Social Science preferred
· Access to Higher Education at Level 3 or equivalent– Pass a named Access to HE (Higher Education) Diploma with at least 45 credits at Level 3, 33 at distinction or merit overall to include: 12 level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining 21 Level 3 credits at merit. Units preferably should be in a social science subject (e.g. Sociology, Psychology, Criminology etc). Will need GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 if not already held.
· Welsh Baccalaureate – Points of 120 acceptable as add on but also to have the 2 A Levels
· Scottish Qualifications Authority - 280 points to include BC at Advanced Highers preferably in Psychology or Sociology
· Irish Leaving Certificate - BBBCC at Highers including a Social Science, Psychology, Science subjects. Irish Leaving Cert Ordinary Level Grade C or above for English and Maths
· International Baccalaureate - 26 overall to include five in a Social Science, Psychology, Science subjects at Higher Level



If overseas and not studying English within IB, must have IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 each of the 4 components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking).
‘Mature’ applicants (21+) may apply with relevant work, voluntary / lived experience. Adults on income support will be classed as key workers and may retain their benefits whilst training.
All candidates need to have a successful interview and provide satisfactory Enhanced DBS (Police) clearance and a health declaration by the start of the course.
The interview panel consists of an academic, a practitioner and an Expert by Experience.
The selection process includes a short essay, an interview and group task. The process has been mapped to the British Association of Social Workers entry requirements.

Extra Information
If you require any more information, please contact:
Jessica.garner@highlands.ac.uk or UCJ Admin on ucadmin@highlands.ac.uk

The application portal is now open! The deadline for applications is 31st January 2025.


S65BASW-S1
15/09/2025
26/06/2026
32 weeks
To be confirmed
Highlands College-University Building
£9,250.00

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Entry requirements differ depending on the course. You may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Open Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

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Open When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

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Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

Open What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note, our text message service is a non-reply service.

Open Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

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Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

Open Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Open Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Open Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

Open What do I need to do before sitting the Citizenship Test?

The test is based on the handbook “Life in the United Kingdom” 3rd Edition and on the Jersey Supplement (October 2022), both must be read fully. You should therefore prepare for the test by reading these publications (see question below ‘What does the test consist of?’). Copies of “Life in the United Kingdom” may be purchased from a bookshop or downloaded from here. The Jersey supplement is issued free of charge and is available from the Customs and Immigration Service and Highlands College.

Open What does the test consist of?

You will have 45 minutes in which to answer 24 questions selected at random from a large bank of questions. Eighteen questions will be based on the handbook “Life in the United Kingdom” and six on the Jersey supplement. Part One of the supplement is a short history of Jersey and Part Two is a profile of life in Jersey now and in more recent times. The questions are in a multiple choice or “true or false” format and therefore there is little writing to do.

Open What happens after I have taken the test?

The test will be marked by Highlands College and if you pass you will be awarded a certificate. You must then produce that certificate when you make your application for naturalisation to the Customs & Immigration Service.

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There is no restriction on the number of times you sit the test but you will have to pay the full fee on each occasion that you take it.

Open I’m not sure if my knowledge of English is good enough, what should I do?

If you are in doubt you may arrange with Highlands College to be assessed by an ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) assessor.

Open My knowledge of English is not good enough to take the Citizenship Test. I still want to become a British citizen, what can I do?

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Open Where can I get advice from about naturalisation?

You may contact the Passport Office of the Customs and Immigration Service at Maritime House, St Helier, Jersey JE1 1JD
Email enquiries: passports@gov.je
Telephone: 01534 448 033

More information about the Citizenship test from the States of Jersey can be found here: Citizenship test (gov.je)

Open What else do I need to know?

All tests will start at 6.00 PM and will last for 45 minutes.

On the day of the test, you will have to bring your passport as proof of identity.

Please note no other forms of ID will be accepted.

Please note no cellphones or smartwatches may be taken into the exam room.

Open How long will it take to get my result?

Certificates may take up to 10 working days to be issued, so please take this into consideration when making arrangements with Immigration.