Bachelor degree
36 months
Application deadlines: 15 January
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: £12
Full-time
Intakes: September
International tuition: £14,000
Domestic tuition: £9,250
Program overview
Developed alongside experienced professionals, this degree will equip you to join the expanding advice and voluntary sectors.
The on-campus course is delivered by blended learning and combines face-to-face and online learning to bring a flexible approach to study.
Whichever route you choose, you will be taught by lecturers with extensive experience and strong links to the Social Welfare Law sector.
Year 1 (Certificate level)
You will be introduced to a range of social welfare subjects from housing rights to consumer protection. This will give you the knowledge and skills you need to begin a career in the sector or to progress with your studies.
Year 2 (Diploma level)
You can start to specialise by selecting option modules in areas such as immigration, disability or money advice. You’ll also have the opportunity to volunteer in an advice-work setting. This will form the basis of reflective practice and help equip you to produce an e-portfolio.
Year 3 (Degree level)
You will develop your abilities in preparation for working in the social welfare sector. You’ll write a dissertation on your specific area of interest and take additional modules to further refine your skills.
Study options

This program can be done
On campus
Requirements
Exams:
Applicants with minimum one year of a Bachelor at a recognised institution, with an average score of at least 3.5 out of 5 may be considered for entry
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall OR
Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution
IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
The university will consider non-traditional qualifications and work experience, paid or unpaid, in the social welfare sector for mature students (over 21).
Career opportunities
Graduates work with a wide range of groups, such as children and young people, victims of domestic abuse, older people, people with disabilities and people with poverty-related problems. Some go on to postgraduate study. Social Welfare Law professionals work in the advice sector, local government, the voluntary/charity sector, advocacy, housing, education and for campaigning groups such as Child Poverty Action Group.
Campus location
Stoke-on-Trent
,
United Kingdom