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BSc ( Hons ) Social Work
UCAS code L500
Duration 3 years full time
Requirements A level : BBB , to include an A level in a relevant subject *, or equivalent . BTEC : DDM Must be in a relevant subject *. Tariff points : 120 points , to include an A level in a relevant subject *, or equivalent . Access courses in Health and Social Care are also acceptable . * Relevant subjects : Anthropology , Criminology , Critical Thinking , English , Health & Social Care , Law , Philosophy , Politics , Psychology , R . E , Sociology , Social Policy , Theology . All shortlisted applicants will need to attend an interview . Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course .
Approved course
Social Work England
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What ' s this course about ?
● Build the skills and knowledge needed to work in the challenging yet rewarding field of social care
● Develop new and interesting ways to deliver social services
● Apply your learning in practical scenarios in simulated facilities and on work placements
● Approved by Social Work England
Example topics
● Knowledge and evidence in social work
● Law and social policy in practice
● Social work with children and families
● Social work with adults
● Evidence-based decisionmaking
● Safeguarding – children and adults
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Course highlights
● On graduation you ’ ll be eligible to apply to become a registered Social Worker with Social Work England
● Get valuable hands-on experience , with two work placements shadowing experienced practitioners working with children and families
● Develop the knowledge and skills to make a positive difference to people who need it most
● Build your confidence and personal resilience through our range of simulated environments
● Gain insight of user experiences with the University of Portsmouth Social Work Inclusion Group ( SWIG )
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‘ The Social Work course itself is outstanding . The support provided by my tutors has been invaluable . Studying at the University of Portsmouth has been an experience that I will never forget and will forever be grateful for . ’
Hannah Manders
Future opportunities
Our graduates are working as social workers , care managers , persistent offender coordinators , family support workers and housing advisers . Other careers include working in rehab centres , voluntary organisations and advocacy agencies .
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BA ( Hons ) International Relations
UCAS code L253
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : BBB-BCC , BTEC : DDM- DMM , Tariff points : 104-120 points .
Optional pathways There are optional pathways through this degree that let you combine your international relations studies with another interest . These pathways lead to the following exit awards when you finish the course :
● BA ( Hons ) International Relations with History
● BA ( Hons ) International Relations with International Development
Humanities pathways available , see page 48 for more information
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What ' s this course about ?
● Examine the most important issues facing the world today : from the causes of conflict and the challenges of managing migration , to adopting a global response to climate change
● Study contemporary problems and learn from past responses to international crises
● Build an understanding of the way governments and global movements interact , and develop a wide range of sought-after skills
Example placements
● The Ministry of Defence
● Otra Cosa Peru
● A + E Networks
Example topics
● Analysing politics : Britain and beyond
● Analysing foreign and security policy
● Global capitalism : past , present and future
● Security challenges in the 21st century
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Course highlights
● Benefit from interactive lectures , simulations , scenario exercises , debates , discussions
● Take part in ‘ pop-up seminars ’ on topical issues with specialist guest lecturers
● Visit Parliament and take part in our Model United Nations through our Academic Enrichment Programme
● Enhance your employability with skills training and work experience
● Opportunity to learn another language
● Broaden your perspective with a work placement or international study
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‘ The best thing about my course is the range of optional modules . They really allow for deep exploration of the subject , which makes for interesting discussions . ’
Matthew Churcher
Overall student satisfaction 96 %
National Student Survey 2020
Future opportunities
Our graduates go on to a range of careers in government , the security services , international organisations like the UN , US House of Congress , and nongovernmental organisations such as Amnesty International or the Red Cross . There are also opportunities with international charities , policy research , media and international business .
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BA ( Hons ) History
UCAS code V100
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : BBB-BCC , BTEC : applications combining BTEC with a History qualification or another relevant subject welcome . Tariff points : 104- 120 points , to include A level History or another relevant subject , or equivalent .
Optional pathways You may follow optional Sociology , Politics or American Studies pathways through this degree , leading to these exit awards :
● BA ( Hons ) History with Sociology
● BA ( Hons ) History with Politics
● BA ( Hons ) History with American Studies .
You can also include History
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as a pathway in English Literature or International Relations .
Humanities pathways available , see page 48 for more information
What ' s this course about ?
● Study social and cultural history from around the world in a city with its own rich heritage
● Consider how people in the past made sense of their world , how they responded to change , and how they shaped their future
● See the importance of gender , race and class in the human story across five centuries
Example topics
● Sex , gender and power in early modern England
● Slavery and anti-slavery in the Atlantic world
● The making of the German nation
● British political leadership
● From puritans to postmodernism : American literature
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● Equality or liberation ? Theorising social justice
Course highlights
● Enjoy access to fascinating historic collections through partnership organisations , including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Portsmouth Museum and Records Service
● Benefit from a wealth of online resources covering topics such as early modern and modern popular cultures , empire and migration , and crime in Victorian London
● Gain valuable work experience with an optional one-year work placement
● Opportunity to learn another language , or study or work abroad
Future opportunities
This course prepares you for careers that value skills such as research , analysis and building a convincing argument . Our graduates have successfully established careers in the heritage sector , publishing , journalism , local government , teaching and marketing .
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‘ I love the direct learning offered . It relates so well to teaching and the lecturers have so much experience . ’
Jessica Jenkins
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BA ( Hons ) International Relations and Languages
UCAS code LR29
Duration 4 years full time with language year abroad
Requirements A level : BBB-BCC , BTEC : DDM- DMM , Tariff points : 104-120 points .
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What ' s this course about ?
● Examine the political forces and events shaping our world
● Build an understanding of the way governments and global movements interact
● Develop your language skills with a year overseas speaking your chosen language
● Option to learn an additional language , opening the door to an even wider range of global careers
Example placements
● Links with universities and employers in countries and regions including : China , France , Germany , Italy , Latin America , Spain and Taiwan
● Partnerships with the British Senegalese Institute and development organisations in Dakar
Example topics
● Language for professional communication
● Key themes in international relations
● People on the move : legacy , integration and development
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Course highlights
● Choose from French , German , Italian , Spanish or Mandarin
● Learn a second language , including Arabic , Japanese or British Sign Language ( BSL ), to enhance your career prospects around the world
● Study in our language labs and conference interpreting suite – our university is the first in the world to have this technology
● Benefit from interactive lectures , simulations , scenario exercises , debates and discussions
● Visit Parliament and take part in our Model United Nations through our Academic Enrichment Programme
● Take part in seminars and study half days on topical issues with academics , researchers , writers and practitioners – such as the US and French presidential elections , Euro-scepticism and the Brexit vote
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“ Our graduates are also working in roles including political researcher , bilingual interpreter and public affairs consultant . ”
Future opportunities
You will be prepared for a range of careers around the world in areas such as interpretation and translation , media , international organisations and tourism . Our graduates are also working in roles including political researcher , bilingual interpreter and public affairs consultant .
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