Course Overview

This qualification opens up a challenging and rewarding career in social work, social justice and political activism within the diverse field of social care. This nationally and internationally recognised qualification equips graduates to work in the voluntary, statutory and private sector within fields such as policy, therapeutic intervention, research and management.

We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an MA in Social Work that develops critical analysis, open debate, questioning and dismantling of conceptual frameworks. If you want professional social work training founded on principles of empowerment and social justice look no further.

You will qualify as a professional social worker while gaining a master's degree.

You will:

• Learn integrated knowledge, theory, research and practical understanding to use in your professional practice

• Study a programme designed collaboratively with service users, practitioners, carers, students and academic staff

• Develop skills to enable you to have a challenging and rewarding career in social work

General Eligibility

Undergraduate degree

• Applicants should have an undergraduate honours degree normally at 2:1 or above.

• 2:2 qualifications will be considered with relevant work experience and will be assessed on a case by case basis. 

• Competence in information and communication technology (ICT) methods and techniques to achieve course outcomes.

• A suitable professional or academic reference.

GCSE

• GCSE or equivalent: English at grade 4/C or above

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in each component).