Official Social Work Applicants Thread 2025

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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If you're applying to uni for Social Work for 2025 entry, this is the place to introduce yourself to fellow applicants, ask questions and share your experience of applying so far:

Undergraduate or post graduate course?
Which universities are you hoping to apply for?
Anything else?

Share as little or as much as you are comfortable with.

Please don't share details of interview questions on the forum - it gives those who follow you an unfair advantage. :smile:

Reply 1

ItzRachieeee94

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Just thought I would create a discussion as i cannot find many on Social work.
Where are people applying too.
I have applied to Sunderland, Northumbria and Teeside. I have had my interview for northumbia and have my teeside one next week and sunderland the week after 🙂

Reply 2

Faiza_Iqbal

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Original post

by ItzRachieeee94

Just thought I would create a discussion as i cannot find many on Social work.
Where are people applying too.
I have applied to Sunderland, Northumbria and Teeside. I have had my interview for northumbia and have my teeside one next week and sunderland the week after 🙂

I applied in marketing for January intake 2025,

#teessideuniversitylondon

Reply 3

EssexStudentRep

Official Rep

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Original post

by ItzRachieeee94

Just thought I would create a discussion as i cannot find many on Social work.
Where are people applying too.
I have applied to Sunderland, Northumbria and Teeside. I have had my interview for northumbia and have my teeside one next week and sunderland the week after 🙂

Hi @ItzRachieeee94!🌟

It’s amazing that you’re considering studying Social Work—a truly impactful and rewarding career path! If you’re still deciding where to study, let me tell you about the BA Social Work at the University of Essex. It could be the perfect fit for you!🚀

This degree is designed to give you both the knowledge and practical skills you need to make a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll study topics like social justice, human rights, mental health, child welfare, and community development. What makes this course stand out is the emphasis on hands-on learning—you’ll complete two placements in professional settings, giving you invaluable real-world experience and preparing you for the challenges of a career in social work.🎓💫

The School of Health and Social Care at Essex is known for its supportive learning environment and experienced staff who are passionate about helping students succeed. The program is also professionally accredited, meaning you’ll graduate ready to step into the workplace with confidence.⭐️

Essex itself is a fantastic place to study. With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and innovative teaching, it’s a university that’s committed to helping students thrive. The campus is buzzing with opportunities for personal and professional growth, and you’ll be surrounded by like-minded people who share your passion for making a difference.🌳🌈

If you’d like to know more about the course or have any questions, feel free to reach out. I’m confident you’ll find Essex to be a welcoming and inspiring place to kickstart your social work journey. Best of luck with your decision, and I hope to see you here soon! ✨

Warm regards,
Essex Student Rep - Renaldas✌️

Reply 4

lolemsrachel

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Anyone applying for social work 2025 entry??

Reply 5

normaw

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Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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@lolemsrachel @ItzRachieeee94

I've merged your posts into the official SW applicants thread :smile:

Reply 6

Mmmmmmmmmmm12

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Original post

by ItzRachieeee94

Just thought I would create a discussion as i cannot find many on Social work.
Where are people applying too.
I have applied to Sunderland, Northumbria and Teeside. I have had my interview for northumbia and have my teeside one next week and sunderland the week after 🙂

does anyone know what the type of questions will asked in the sw interview. Also did you have a group task and written task how was it?

Reply 7

normaw

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Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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Please note it is against TSR rules to share details of interview questions and tasks. It gives an unfair advantage to those who follow.

Reply 8

ryanjx

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Hey! I have applied for 2025 Social Work undergrad at Uni of Brighton, Sheffield Hallam, Uni of Nottingham, Coventry and Oxford Brookes. Had my Brighton interview today and have been made an offer (still waiting to receive the conditions of it via UCAS). I have my interview for Hallam next week, Oxford Brookes on the 9th of Jan and Coventry on the 10th. Nottingham have sent me phase one so I just need to do the written assessment and then they will shortlist again. Anyone applying to Sheffield Hallam or Brighton, as these are my top 2? 😊

Reply 9

ryanjx

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by lolemsrachel

Anyone applying for social work 2025 entry??

I have already applied! Where are you thinking?

Reply 10

ryanjx

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Original post

by Mmmmmmmmmmm12

does anyone know what the type of questions will asked in the sw interview. Also did you have a group task and written task how was it?

All universities include this in their emails when inviting you to interview, and it is told to all applicants so I don’t think this breaches the rules (I’ll remove if it does) but listen to them when they tell you to focus on the PCF and codes of ethics. It really does matter- know it, and know how you are going to talk about it :smile:

best of luck! I had my first interview today- it is nerve wracking but prepare what they tell you to well (make sure you read all emails and info packs) and you will be fine! They aren’t there to catch you out!

Reply 11

AnnieMMM

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Original post

by ItzRachieeee94

Just thought I would create a discussion as i cannot find many on Social work.
Where are people applying too.
I have applied to Sunderland, Northumbria and Teeside. I have had my interview for northumbia and have my teeside one next week and sunderland the week after 🙂

Im applying to northumbria as well ! and york, bath oxford brooke’s and portsmouth. Im scared to see if it will get accepted i kinda hate this process lol

Reply 12

AnnieMMM

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by lolemsrachel

Anyone applying for social work 2025 entry??

yeahh there’s no one in this thread :,)

Reply 13

ryanjx

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Update- I have had offers from Brighton and SHU!

Sheffield Hallam (firm) 120 UCAS points
Brighton (insurance) 96 UCAS points

I have interviews with my other 3 but I’m debating withdrawing them and confirming the 2 offers I have as I’m 99% sure I wouldn’t accept an offer from the others anyways and I find interviews so intimidating 😂

Reply 14

ryanjx

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by AnnieMMM

Im applying to northumbria as well ! and york, bath oxford brooke’s and portsmouth. Im scared to see if it will get accepted i kinda hate this process lol

The process isn’t the nicest- icl. But, as long as you have a solid understanding of what they tell you that you should know (BASW is your go to for CoE and PCF)- and can prove you have done wider research and follow the field (talk about the Sharif case for example), you will honestly be okay.

Your first interview will be the one that feels the worst, but once you have done that, your confidence does raise. The preparation does pay off, and makes you stand out- from my most recent group interview, you’d be surprised how many people show up without any preparation and just bluff their way through it (everyone in the room could tell it was BS). At the end of the day, you are going there to learn the course and they don’t expect you to be a subject expert- they just want to see you are invested, have a basic grasp, and meet the requirements set by BASW to enroll :smile:

I’ve been reading a book that has been so so helpful-

Thompson, Neil. Understanding Social Work: Preparing for Practice. 6th Edition. London: Macmillan International Higher Education, 2023.

Have a look at this! The most powerful chapter to read when preparing for interview IMO is the debate and discussion he has around what, fundamentally, social work is.

Having been through a couple interviews now- I can’t really discuss exactly what is in the interview- but if you have any questions or want to talk about the process let me know! Best of luck 🤞

Reply 15

Elvispod

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I have applied for Cardiff met and the university of south wales.
Had an interview with Cardiff met but heard nothing yet.

Reply 16

Belle2778

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I've applied to Kingston, Middlesex and Kent. Hopefully, I will hear from them by the end of the month!

Reply 17

ell13_

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Original post

by AnnieMMM

Im applying to northumbria as well ! and york, bath oxford brooke’s and portsmouth. Im scared to see if it will get accepted i kinda hate this process lol

same northumbria is my insurance

Reply 18

dottyj

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Daughter applied for social work. 4 interviews booked so far. Interview with Bristol was on 14th, offered a place on the 16th. It's her least preferred choice due to how expensive Bristol accommodation 2yr onwards is, and did the interview mainly for the experience.

Reply 19

AnnieMMM

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Original post

by ryanjx

Update- I have had offers from Brighton and SHU!
Sheffield Hallam (firm) 120 UCAS points
Brighton (insurance) 96 UCAS points
I have interviews with my other 3 but I’m debating withdrawing them and confirming the 2 offers I have as I’m 99% sure I wouldn’t accept an offer from the others anyways and I find interviews so intimidating 😂

is it normal to get an offer of 96 UCAS points? So far two universities have given me that offer, but on their website it is listed as needing the A-level grades BBB to BBC

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