Overview
The Complex Assessments, Decision Making, Analysis and Risks course at the University of Bedfordshire examines how high‑quality assessments are developed, how risk can be identified, analysed and managed effectively, and how sound decisions are supported through a balance of intuitive and analytical thinking.
It places strong emphasis on avoiding faulty or biased reasoning, recognising the impact of assumptions, and working ethically within diverse and complex contexts.
Features
Through reflective analysis, students are supported to enhance outcomes for service users by making defensible, thoughtful and proportionate decisions. Specifically suited to qualified social workers post‑ASYE, this short course provides a valuable opportunity to pause and reflect away from the fast‑paced demands of frontline practice.
It creates space to unpack how risk and complexity are approached in real‑world settings, enabling participants to consolidate existing knowledge while building deeper insight and professional confidence.
Programme Structure
What you will learn:
- The course addresses the central question faced across social work practice: how can best practice be achieved in the assessment and management of risk while maintaining ethical, person‑centred decision making?
- Drawing on current research, the expertise of the social work teaching team and the insights of experienced practitioners, the course offers a rigorous and reflective exploration of assessment, planning and professional judgement.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Luton, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Risk Management View 27 other Short Courses in Risk Management in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Course Level: Postgraduate
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents670 GBP / full≈ 670 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents670 GBP / full≈ 670 GBP / full
Living costs
Luton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.