Overview

Throughout this Social Work course from University of Gloucestershire you’ll engage in studies that provide you with the necessary knowledge, skills and theoretical frameworks that inform all areas of social work practice with adults and children.

With emphasis on experiential learning, your studies will include working in small tutorial and seminar groups, simulations, role play, group work and opportunities to develop reflective and critical debate.

Career opportunities:

Throughout the MA Social Work programme, you’ll gain the necessary skills and experience to pursue a career in social work in a range of sectors including statutory, voluntary, private and independent.

The course has been designed in partnership with agencies and service users, and you’ll be supported by a team of committed, experienced, registered social workers.

These strong industry links will ensure you have the real-world skills to thrive in what is a hugely rewarding career.

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Law and Policy for Professional Practice

Knowledge, Theory and Methods of Intervention

70 Day Practice Placement

Balancing Rights, Risks and Responsibilities

Social Work with Adults, Families and Communities

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Social Work View 163 other Masters in Social Work in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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95

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76

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

This course is specifically designed for people who want to qualify and practice as a professional social worker in England. Applicants should have a detailed understanding of social work practices in the UK and hold a 2.1 honours degree equivalent in a relevant subject area. Applicants must also have at least three months recent work experience in a social care setting, contributing to some understanding of social work.

Selection for this course is by interview. Please refer to our interview guide for further information.
At least 3 months’ work experience in a social care setting, contributing some understanding of social work.
GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification.
In order to study this course, offer holders will need to complete a satisfactory DBS and Health Clearance check.

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Tuition Fees

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18490 GBP / year

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10120 GBP / year

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Living costs

Gloucester

United Kingdom

824 - 1563 GBP / month

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Funding

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