Opportunities at head office

Do you have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme?

Yes
No

The Think Ahead programme takes place in the UK, so you must be able to work there.

Unfortunately, unless you are able to acquire the right to work in the UK, you will not be eligible to apply.

Is English your first language?

Yes
No

You are welcome to apply. As part of the selection process, you will need to demonstrate your proficiency in written and spoken English.

Do you hold at least a grade C GCSE in Maths?

(Or an equivalent level 2 qualification.)

Yes
No

This qualification is stipulated by the Health and Care Professions Council as a requirement to enter any social work course.

You may apply, but if you are offered a place you will only be able to take it up if you gain this qualification before the programme begins.

Do you hold at least a grade C GCSE in English or English Language (not English Literature)?

(Or an equivalent level 2 qualification.)

Yes
No

This qualification is stipulated by the Health and Care Professions Council as a requirement to enter any social work course.

You may apply, but if you are offered a place you will only be able to take it up if you gain this qualification before the programme begins.

Do you hold a 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree, in any subject other than Social Work?

(Or overseas equivalent.)

Yes
No

Congratulations! You are eligible to apply for the Think Ahead programme.

Are you predicted to hold a 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree by the time the programme starts, in any subject other than Social Work?

(Or overseas equivalent.)

Yes
No

Congratulations! You are eligible to apply for the Think Ahead programme.

The Think Ahead programme is academically demanding, and we do not normally consider applications from people who do not have or achieve a 2:1 undergraduate degree.

In exceptional mitigating circumstances, such as severe illness having coincided with your final examinations, we may consider applicants without a 2:1 degree who can demonstrate an equivalent academic ability through other qualifications or experiences.

The programme is designed for people who have not already studied social work at degree level.

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