Interview pre-work
The following preparation should be
completed if you have been invited to interview for the BA
(Hons) Social Work programme:
You must get a referee to complete the second reference form and email
this to us
For all interviews, we advise you to think about the reasons why
you want to study the course you have applied for or your chosen career path.
We suggest that you do some reading and research in advance in
regards to the topic ‘what is the role of social workers in modern society?’ Suggested
reading includes:
- Thompson,
N. (2016) The Professional Social Worker:
meeting the challenge. Palgrave MacMillian.
- www.communitycare.co.uk. This website discusses current social work
issues.
- The Guardian newspaper
‘society section’.
We advise you to think about your personal commitment to the Social
Work core values mentioned above.
Take a detailed look at the University of Plymouth’s website, as
well as the professional and regulatory body website for social workers, which
will provide you with details and links for preparing your application and how
to succeed in your interview.
For your online interview please ensure you have with you:
- A form of photo identification such as your
passport or driving license. We will not be able to complete your interview
without this
- Pen and paper should you wish to make notes
After your interview
The
decision to offer places is based on your performance in all the above
alongside both your references and original application.
If you are successful at interview
and are made a conditional offer, as part of your offer you will need to
complete a DBS and Occupational Health check. If you do not pass these checks
satisfactorily, you will not be able to start a course with us. For more
information on how to complete these checks, please visit our Health and Human
Sciences- additional checks page.
Applicant Days
If you are offered a place with us you
will be invited to one of our Applicant Days to give you the opportunity to learn more about the university.
FAQs
How
do I book my interview?
Upon
successful submission of your application, you will be sent an email with a
unique link to our online booking system. You can use our online system to
select an interview date that best suits your availability.
If
you have not received this email, please be sure to check your junk or clutter
folders.
What
if I need to reschedule my interview after I have booked onto one?
You
can change, move or reschedule your interview at any stage using the online
booking system. If you are unable to attend any of the dates shown, then please
do email healthinterviews@plymouth.ac.uk or call +44 1752 585858.
What
if I have applied for more than one programme?
If
you have applied for more than programme listed, you will require an additional
interview for the other course, to establish if you are suitable for that
programme.
What
happens after my interview?
If
you are successful at interview, your offer will be conditional on meeting the
academic requirements for the course, satisfactory health and DBS checks. For
further information, please visit the Health and Care
Professions Council’s website.
