Undergraduate Course: Professional Practice in Social Work 2 (UG) (SCWR10033)
Course Outline
| School | School of Social and Political Science |
College | College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| SCQF Credits | 40 |
ECTS Credits | 20 |
| Summary | This course is for social work students on the BSC (Hons) Social Work programme only.
The course includes an assessed practice placement.
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| Course description |
A practice placement of 100 days will provide students with the opportunity for direct supervised practice in an agency that provides social services. Placement settings will enable the development of practice skills, knowledge and values. Agencies will appoint a Practice Educator to assess, supervise, support and teach students.
Individuals being supported by students will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the quality of support provided by students. This feedback is an important component of student learning and contributes to the Practice Educator¿s assessment. Students will be encouraged to learn and work with a range of professionals from other settings and begin to understand the significance of a multiagency approach.
Throughout their placements students will be supported by their Academic Supervisor.
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
| Pre-requisites |
Students MUST have passed:
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Co-requisites | |
| Prohibited Combinations | |
Other requirements | Students must have passed all assessed components of Professional Practice in Social Work 1 (UG) to progress to their final placement. |
Course Delivery Information
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| Academic year 2026/27, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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Quota: None |
| Course Start |
Full Year |
Timetable |
Timetable |
| Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) |
Total Hours:
400
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Lecture Hours 2,
Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 8,
Placement Study Abroad Hours 380,
Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours
10 )
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| Assessment (Further Info) |
Written Exam
0 %,
Coursework
100 %,
Practical Exam
0 %
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| Additional Information (Assessment) |
The three components of assessment include:
1. Student Self Evaluation of Development of Learning on Placement (3000 words) - 50%
2. Practice Educator's Placement Final Report - Pass/Fail
3. Practice Study (3000 words) 50%
All three components must be passed to pass the course. |
| Feedback |
Throughout the practice placement students will receive feedback on an ongoing basis from their Practice Educator.
Coursework feedback will be in line with College guidance. |
| No Exam Information |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Successfully complete a 100-day Practice Placement, meeting the required SiSWE standards and Ethical Principles.
- demonstrate the ability to integrate relevant research, theory, policy and law pertinent to assessment and intervention in the practice situation
- demonstrate the ability to analyse their practice including discussion of the selected method(s) of intervention, skills utilised, discussion of related ethical and values issues and the development of relations with service user(s)/carers
- demonstrare the ability to evaluate their intervention in the social work practice situation including reflection on their skill development, their achievements in the practice situation, relations with service users/carers and other professionals, and areas for future development
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Reading List
Barnard, A., Horner, N. and Wild, J. (2008) The Value Base of Social Work & Social Care, Maidenhead, Berkshire: OU Press/McGraw Hill.
Clark, C. (2000) Social Work Ethics: Politics, Principles and Practice, Basingstoke: Palgrave.
Cree, V.E. and Myers, S. (2008) Social Work: Making a Difference, Bristol: Policy Press/BASW.
Cree, V.E. and Davis, A. (2007) Social Work: Voices from the Inside, London, Routledge.
Doel, M. and Best, L. (2008) Experiencing Social Work. Learning from Service Users, London: Sage.
Gray, M. and Webb, S.A. (2009) Social Work Theories and Methods, London: Sage.
Parker, J. (2004) Effective Practice Learning in Social Work, London: Learning Matters.
Watson, D. and West, J. (2006) Social Work Process and Practice, Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
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Additional Information
| Graduate Attributes and Skills |
Curiosity
The course supports the development of professional curiosity by encouraging students to ask searching questions so that they develop their understanding and perspectives. This is a crucial skill when assessing and supporting peoples' needs and circumstances and supports students to form an evidence base for their assessments. Students are encouraged to explore and adopt different perspectives and practice approaches.
Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is embedded through all aspects of the course. During placements students engage in reflective supervision, case discussions and critical writing. Students develop their ability to critically analyse the application of social work knowledge including research, theories, values and skills.
Reflection
Reflection is a core element of the course. Through weekly reflective supervision and written reflective tasks students will become critically reflective practitioners.
Communication
Students will develop a range of communication and active listening skills. They will learn how to communicate effectively and confidently with those they support and other professionals who may hold different perspectives. Focus is also given to developing written communication skills through case recording, report writing and other written tasks.
Inclusivity
The development of professional and personal values which are inclusive is fundamental. Students will work with people from diverse ethnicities, cultures, identities, ages, cultures, religions, socio-economic backgrounds and abilities. Students will uphold social work values such as respecting diversity; challenging negative discrimination and injustice; facilitating peoples¿ rights to self determination; promoting human rights; treating people with dignity and respect; promoting the participation of people; working in partnership with those they are supporting and co-producing plans of support.
Individuality
Students will take a person centred approach to their work. They will learn to assess a person¿s needs, circumstances, understand their wishes and individuality.
During their training students will develop into competent and confident practitioners. Through reflection and feedback they will identify their strengths and ongoing learning needs and develop their own individual learning plans to support their individual growth.
Adaptivity
Supporting people whose circumstances can change rapidly and people who are experiencing crisis require the development of skills in adaptivity. Students will learn to be responsive to evolving circumstances and adapt the approaches they take to supporting people accordingly. Students will follow agency practices and be responsive to developments in legislation, policy and practice as they problem solve in complex situations.
Collaboration
Students will develop skills in assessment of need, risk and strengths. They will work collaboratively to identify issues and develop support plans to address the challenges that people are experiencing. They will review interventions and supports to ensure that desired outcomes are being achieved. Students will learn to work in groups with individuals being supported and colleagues. Through this work they will develop strategies to manage situations of conflict.
Data and digital literacy
The use of technological tools appropriate to student social worker learning in placement contexts will enable students to develop data and digital literacy. The course supports students to take a critical and ethical approach to the use of data and digital tools. |
| Keywords | Not entered |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Mrs Karen Armstrong
Tel:
Email: Karen.Armstrong@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mr Brodie Hamilton
Tel: (0131 6)51 3139
Email: Brodie.Hamilton@ed.ac.uk |
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