MA Social Work

Entry Requirements

• English and Maths at GCSE Level Grade C or above or the equivalent.
• You will need a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent.
• Some experience of working in social work, health and social care or closely related experience.

Curriculum

This course provides knowledge, skills and practical experience in preparing you to successfully gain the MA in Social Work. The first year will give you the opportunity to develop core skills and knowledge in subjects such as Social Work Law and Policy, Critical Perspectives of Social Work and a placement of 80 days. In the second year you’ll build on the knowledge and skills acquired in year one and you’ll continue to develop your practical and reflective skills in a 90 day placement. You’ll then engage in a research project which will encourage you to apply theoretical and empirical knowledge to research and practice.