Diploma in Social Work

School of Social Sciences

3 yearsUCU (see Admissions for campus details)Check intakes with Admissions

Overview

Practical social work training for community-level interventions and social services.

Requirements vary by programme and intake. Confirm the latest details with UCU Admissions.

UCE (or equivalent) and UACE (or equivalent) are commonly required for diploma admission.
Some programmes may require specific subjects (e.g., Mathematics/English) depending on the programme.
Mature Age entry and recognition of prior learning may apply where eligible.

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