BA (Hons) Social Work (Jersey)

HIGH1203
Contexts for Social Work 1 - Organisation, Law and Policy

This module provides comprehensive understanding of legal and policy frameworks in social work. It covers types of organisations providing services, laws and regulations, role of social workers in the legal system, with a focus on anti-oppressive practice and navigating social care service delivery. Students will gain the skills to apply the framework in their practice for optimal outcomes

HIGH1204
Developing Professional Skills

This module aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge, techniques, and abilities to perform as competent social workers in health and social care settings. Combining theory and practical training, students will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and reflection, placing emphasis on nurturing key professional skills

HIGH1205
Social Justice, Values and Ethics

Social work is rooted in ethical and value-based foundations such as social justice, human rights, and anti-oppressive practice. These concepts shape practice, along with ethical principles & codes of conduct. Students will learn to apply these principles in complex situations, taking into consideration diverse perspectives and values of those served

HIGH1206
Human Development and the Social Environment

This module explores social and psychological factors affecting human behaviour and the social environment. It covers theories, concepts and models in social work, examining human growth, wellbeing, grief, trauma, stress, resilience, coping and socio-cultural change and highlighting intergenerational issues in the human life cycle

HIGH1207
Contemporary Social Work Methods

This module studies the evolution of social work, analysing current trends and future developments while maintaining ethical and compassionate principles. Students will learn to adapt social work practices to tackle complex and evolving situations by examining theories, techniques, and innovative approaches in the present and the future

HIGH1208
Inclusive Practice with Diverse Populations

Social and cultural factors impact diverse populations greatly and it's crucial to engage with and support them. To do so, reflection on personal biases and developing cultural competence is necessary. To be effective, practitioners must be culturally responsive and inclusive. Cultural competence can be achieved through reflection and developing strategies for inclusivity

HIGH2316
Contexts for Social Work 2 - Organisation, Law and Policy

Advancing on Contexts of Social Work 1 this module with explore organisational culture and give students the opportunity to put knowledge into practice as they analyse the complexities of policy and legislation in preparation for and during their 70-day placement. The module will emphasise the importance of critical thinking in understanding and addressing the challenges that social workers encounter in their practice.

HIGH2317
Working with Children, Young People and Families

To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues, challenges, and practices involved in working with children, young people, and families within a social work context. Students will gain knowledge and skills in assessing the needs of children, young people, and families, and develop a nuanced understanding of the systemic and cultural factors that impact their well-being.

HIGH2318
Personalisation and Citizenship - Empowering Adults

Students will learn key components of personalisation and citizenship and how these can be applied in practice, how to support adults to participate in their community, make informed choices and develop personal care and support plans. The module provides opportunities to reflect, improve skills in working with adults in a person-centered way and understand importance of empowering adults to lead meaningful lives.

HIGH2319
Research Methods in Social Work

The module aims to educate students on diverse research methods, including qualitative and quantitative, and mixed methods and familiarise students with ethical considerations and critical understanding of the relationship between research and practice in social work. Students gain knowledge and skills for independent research and informed decision-making on method selection, implementation, and evaluation.

HIGH2320
Integrated Practice 1

This module aims to enhance students' professional growth by merging theoretical concepts, methods, abilities, information, and values into their practical approach. By combining both theoretical and practical learning opportunities, students will gain a diverse set of critical knowledge, skills, evidence informed practices, and effective interventions that are relevant to working with diverse individuals and situations in society.

HIGH3313
Integrated Practice 2

HIGH3314
Enhancing Critical Skills

The module aims to equip students with the skills necessary to engage in independent and reflective thinking, to question assumptions, and to approach social work practice with a critical lens. The module also aims to foster a culture of critical inquiry that encourages students to engage in ongoing, self-directed learning and to continuously challenge their own thinking and practice.

HIGH3315
Honours Project

This module will normally focus on a complex issue that is of importance to one organisation in the social care sector in Jersey and which has the potential to directly benefit that organisation or its stakeholders. Students will be required to demonstrate their ability to specify, plan and implement a project in a real-world situation, to time, cost and specification.

HIGH3316
Wellbeing - Managing Risk, Decision Making and Selfcare

This Module focuses on students understanding the importance of personal well-being and self-care for professional social work. Provides knowledge and skills to manage well-being and make informed decisions. Explores impact of stress, burnout, ethical dilemmas and equips students with strategies for managing these challenges emphasising the role of self-reflection, supervision and effective self-care.