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Bachelor’s Degree

Degree type

4 years

Duration

On Campus Madrid

Teaching mode

Spanish

Language

Pending

Start date

€6,200

Tuition fee

Study Bachelor's Degree in Social Work in Madrid

We train professionals with a human touch

Do you want to become an agent of change in response to poverty and social exclusion? At UFV, you will learn to design strategies that promote equity and improve the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities. From day one, you will combine theory and practice in Gesell chambers and the Advanced Simulation Centre, working on real cases, workshops and institutional visits that prepare you to intervene with both professional competence and human sensitivity.

Through social and professional internships in NGOs and public institutions, you will explore the field in which you wish to develop your vocation and contribute to projects that support more than 12,000 people each year. You will be guided by a mentor throughout your academic and personal development, and you may broaden your profile by completing a Double Bachelor's Degree in Social Education or a minor in Business Management, gaining strategic insight and leadership skills.

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Discover how your passion is transformed into knowledge

We place students at the heart of the learning experience, combining academic rigour with ethical reflection and a sense of social responsibility, supported by close personal guidance and a strong university community.

First Year

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Sociology	BT	SEM 1	6
Origins and Development of Social Work	OB	SEM 1	4.5
Introduction to Law	BT	SEM 1	6
Western History	OB	SEM 1	6
Social Skills and Leadership	BT	SEM 1 and SEM 2	6
Introduction to University Studies	OB	SEM 1 and SEM 2	6
Social Psychology	BT	SEM 2	6
Life-Cycle Psychology	BT	SEM 2	6
Person-Centered Social Work	BT	SEM 2	6
Communication Skills Workshop	OB	SEM 2	3
Foundations of Social Work	OB	SEM 2	4.5

Second Year

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Research Methods and Techniques	BT	SEM 3	6
Social Services in Spain: Structure and Function	OB	SEM 3	6
Management of social assistance and benefits	OB	SEM 3	3
Social Work with Families	OB	SEM 3	6
Education for Social Responsibility	BT	SEM 3 and SEM 4	6
Social Anthropology	BT	SEM 3 and SEM 4	6
Team Management Workshop	OB	SEM 3	3
Law Applied to Social Work	BT	SEM 4	6
Specialized Social Services	OB	SEM 4	6
Interviewing Techniques	OB	SEM 4	6
Health and Social Vulnerability	OB	SEM 4	6

Third Year

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Professional Ethics	OB	SEM 5	6
Organization and Management of Public Resources and Formulas for Collaboration with Private Management	OB	SEM 5	3
International Perspective in Social Innovation	OB	SEM 5	3
Crisis and Emergency Management	OB	SEM 5	6
Evaluation and Planning in Social Work	OB	SEM 5	6
Psychopathology	OB	SEM 5	6
Social Economy	OB	SEM 6	4.5
Group and Community Social Work	OB	SEM 6	6
Welfare Systems	OB	SEM 6	4.5
Internship 1: Internship in an Institutional Setting and Supervision	IEXT	SEM 6	15

Fourth Year

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Social Policy: Spain and Europe	OB	SEM 7	6
Development of Research in Social Work	OB	SEM 7	3
Introduction to Theology	OB	SEM 7	6
Organization and Management of Business and Non-Profit Entities	OB	SEM 8	3
Internship 2: Professional Action Practices and Supervision	IEXT	SEM 8	12
End of Degree Project	EDP	SEM 8	6
OPTIONAL 1	OPT	SEM 7	6
OPTIONAL 2	OPT	SEM 7	6
OPTIONAL 3	OPT	SEM 7	3
OPTIONAL 4	OPT	SEM 7	3
OPTIONAL 5	OPT	SEM 8	6

LIST OF OPTIONALS. The student must take 24 optional ects (18 ects from SEM 7 and 6 ects from SEM 8)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Social Work with Addictions	OP	SEM 7	6
Social Work in Hospital and Prison Settings	OP	SEM 7	6
Social Resources for the Elderly	OP	SEM 7	3
Poverty and Social Exclusion: Intervention Strategies in Emergencies and Homelessness	OP	SEM 7	3
Attention to Diversity	OP	SEM 8	6
Social Work in Development Cooperation	OP	SEM 7	6
Social Work with Minors	OP	SEM 7	6
Social Care in Migration, Refuge and Asylum: International Legislation	OP	SEM 7	3
Sociolaboral Insertion	OP	SEM 7	3
Social Work in Educational Contexts	OP	SEM 8	6
Complementary Training Activities	OP	SEM 8	6
Of the list of optional subjects that make up the syllabus, students will be able to choose among the subjects offered by the University each academic year, which will be published in the Syllabus book for enrolment. Likewise, the University, once the enrolment period is over, reserves the right to open these optional subjects depending on the number of students enrolled.

Subjects that make up the Major:

1. Social Intervention with Vulnerable Groups
Social Work with Addictions
Social Work in the Hospital and Prison Setting
Social Resources for the Elderly
Poverty and Social Exclusion: Strategies for Intervention in Emergencies and Homelessness
Attention to Diversity

2. Development Cooperation
Social Work in Development Cooperation
Social Work with Minors
Social Care in Migration, Refuge and Asylum: International Legislation
Sociolaboral Insertion
Social Work in Educational Contexts

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work may pursue professional opportunities across a wide range of social, healthcare and community settings, including:

Community social services

Social emergencies: helplines and support services related to gender-based violence, child protection and other urgent social needs

Specialised social services:

Homelessness: shelters, soup kitchens, hostels, and social and occupational integration programmes
Older people: social centres, day centres, care homes and home support services
Children and families: child protection services, foster care and adoption, shelters and residential centres
Women: information services, psychosocial support, domestic violence services, shelters and support groups
Disability services: early intervention, social and labour integration, assessment and rehabilitation, supported housing, advocacy and guardianship
Migration and asylum: reception and social support for migrants and refugees

Health sector: primary healthcare centres, hospitals, home-based care, mental health services, addiction services and social health centres

Education:

Formal education: psychoeducational and social guidance in schools, school and family mediation, special education and programmes addressing school absenteeism
Non-formal education: vocational training programmes and educational inclusion initiatives

Justice system: courts (expert reports and mediation) and correctional facilities (treatment, reintegration programmes and mother-and-child units)

Corporate sector: employee social services and welfare programmes

Housing services: social housing programmes, community regeneration and urban planning initiatives

Third sector: non-profit organisations working in prevention, assistance, training and social and labour integration

Emerging areas: social marketing, communication on social issues, emergency and disaster response, human rights, social expertise, family intervention and occupational risk prevention

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Requirements

For admission

Successful completion of the UFV admissions process (fee: €80)

Personal interview

Aptitude assessment

Review of academic record

Limited places

Places are limited due to the practical and personalised nature of the programme. We recommend starting the admissions process as early as possible.

Why study at UFV?

Practice in advanced simulation environments

You will train in rooms equipped with Gesell cameras and at the Advanced Simulation Centre, developing skills in interviewing, observation and decision-making through realistic scenarios that replicate professional social intervention contexts.

Social commitment at the heart of UFV

UFV integrates humanistic education and social engagement across all its programmes. The University participates in hundreds of projects each year that support more than 12,000 people.

Comprehensive Family Support Centre (CAIF)

You will have the opportunity to learn on campus at a specialised centre, addressing the main challenges faced by families and gaining practical experience in real cases.

Internships with real impact

You may complete placements in public and private organisations and NGOs, collaborate with foundations such as Altius, and take the first steps towards your professional career.

Expanded academic pathways

You can combine Social Work with Social Education, benefiting from credit recognition and tuition discounts, and add a minor in Business Management to strengthen your strategic and leadership skills.

A vibrant campus with modern resources

You will have access to computer laboratories, simulation centres, study rooms, a sports centre, radio studios and television sets, within an environment designed to foster both academic and personal growth.

Personalised support and development

Throughout your degree, you will receive critical, analytical and humanistic training, guided by a mentor who will support your academic progress and commitment to service.

An inspiring campus

You will study on one of the leading university campuses in Europe, with laboratories and learning spaces designed to enhance your development.

International exchange

We have more than 200 exchange agreements across Europe, Asia and the Americas

Learn new ways to lead and manage effectively. On campus, you will also share your academic experience with students from around the world.

8.4/10

Student rating for international experience

Campus life

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Student societies

Choose from more than 30 student societies covering a wide range of interests.

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Sports

Represent UFV and compete in the University Championships. UFV is the only university with a sports talent incubator.

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Social action

Contribute to positive social change through initiatives that encourage engagement, responsibility, and meaningful interaction with others.

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Pastoral care

Support your personal and spiritual development through activities, experiences, and opportunities for reflection, helping you better understand yourself and your values.

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Cultural activities

Take part in workshops, artistic initiatives, and cultural events designed to broaden perspectives and foster creativity.

“Four years ago, with the support of my family, I decided to become part of the University. UFV is a large family of people committed to ensuring that you do not simply pass through university, but that the university leaves a lasting mark on you. Thank you for teaching me to look beyond the surface, to listen actively and to share love with everyone we meet along the way.”

AFRICA RUIZ CEREZO

UFV STUDENT

“I have been a professor at UFV for more than ten years, and I have seen the University grow as it has helped me grow professionally and personally. The atmosphere is distinctive, and the UFV identity is something students value both during their studies and long after graduation.”

MANUEL RODRÍGUEZ ARAGÓN

UFV PROFESSOR

Recognition of excellence

Our awards reflect UFV’s commitment to academic excellence, educational innovation and the holistic development of each student.

First Spanish university for teaching and learning

Source: CUD Ranking, May 2020

7.98/10 average rating for education received

Source: Sondea, Employability Barometer

Ranked among the top three universities for health and wellness

Source: Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

9.1/10 for the values promoted by UFV

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

8.8/10 rating for the experience at our campuses

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

Ranked among the 10 Spanish universities with the lowest dropout rates

Source: BBVA U-ranking

Price

Scholarships and study grants

At UFV, we believe in talent and in people. That's why we are one of the universities with the highest percentage of scholarship students. Our Financial Aid Service offers a wide range of scholarships and financial aid support, taking into account academic excellence, individual talents, and personal circumstances.

Total tuition fee

€6,200

Down payment: €1,500

Monthly payment: €470

Answering your questions

How much does the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work cost at UFV?

The total price for the first year of the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work at UFV is €6,200. This amount is divided into an initial payment of €1,500 followed by ten monthly instalments of €470.

What does the admission process for the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work involve?

To become a student at UFV, you must pass the University’s entrance examinations. The fee is €80, and the exams can be taken either online or in person. For more information about the admission process, click here.

How long is the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work?

The Bachelor's Degree in Social Work at UFV lasts four academic years.

What are the career opportunities for graduates of the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work?

The Bachelor's Degree in Social Work offers a wide range of professional opportunities, including:

Community Social Services.

Permanent services to respond to social emergencies: helplines for women who are victims of gender-based violence; child welfare services, etc.

Specialized social services.

Services for homeless people: shelters and soup kitchens, hostels, and social and occupational integration

Services for the elderly: social centers and clubs, day centers, residential centers, home care, etc.

Child and family services: child protection services, foster care and adoption, shelters, and residential centers

Women's services: information and psychosocial care, social care for women who are victims of domestic violence, shelters, self-help groups, etc.

Services for people with disabilities: early care, social and occupational integration, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation, sheltered housing, defense and guardianship of the assets of people with disabilities, etc.

Reception and social services for immigrants and refugees

Health

Health centers and hospitals

Home-based social and health care services for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses

Social and health care centers.

Mental health services

Drug addiction treatment services

Education and Training

Formal education: psycho-pedagogical and social counseling for schools and educational institutions; school and family mediation; special education centers; programs to combat truancy, etc.

Non-formal education: workshop schools and other initiatives aimed at compensating for socio-educational deficits.

Justice

Courts: psychosocial counseling for judges, mediation with victims, social and occupational integration, etc.

Penitentiary institutions: treatment of certain crimes, drug addiction, sexual assault, etc., maternal and child care programs for inmates with children in prison, social and occupational reintegration, etc.

Companies. Social services and benefits for workers.

Housing. Social housing programs, community revitalization of neighborhoods, urban planning, etc.

Third sector. Non-profit organizations that work to combat social exclusion through preventive, welfare, training, social and labor integration programs, etc.

- New areas of intervention. Social marketing, communication, and image in relation to social issues, response to disasters and/or emergencies, defense of human rights, social expertise, family therapy, occupational risk prevention, etc.

Further information

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1. Social Intervention with Vulnerable Groups
Social Work with Addictions
Social Work in the Hospital and Prison Setting
Social Resources for the Elderly
Poverty and Social Exclusion: Strategies for Intervention in Emergencies and Homelessness
Attention to Diversity

2. Development Cooperation
Social Work in Development Cooperation
Social Work with Minors
Social Care in Migration, Refuge and Asylum: International Legislation
Sociolaboral Insertion
Social Work in Educational Contexts