Overview

You can protect the most vulnerable members of our society and make a positive impact for social justice in the dynamic, challenging and rewarding field of social work.

You’ll earn both a master’s degree and the opportunity to qualify as a registered social worker in this intensive two-year, full-time programme – and develop your skills with the full support of our professional, experienced and dedicated staff. At GCU, you’ll be part of a thriving and diverse community that’s driven by a shared belief in global engagement, social responsibility and a commitment to the common good.

This challenging Social Work programme from Glasgow Caledonian University provides an accelerated route to qualification over two years. Successful students will draw on a combination of academic and practice experience, enabling them to study effectively at the master’s level.

Graduate prospects

The graduates of this course go on to a range of rewarding and impactful roles across the public, private and third sectors. Whether you choose to work with adults or children, as part of a team or in a specialist setting, in research or clinical practice – you’ll be prepared to make a real difference in the world around you.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Practising Social Work Law

Situating Social Work

Theorising for Social Work

Practicing Social Work Skills and Knowledge

Researching for Social Work

Making Professional Identity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-24 00:00:00 , International

More details

All applications to this programme should be made via UCAS.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

121

IELTS

6

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Credits

225 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

121

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum academic requirement:

UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent) in an area of social science and substantial relevant practice experience.
Subject to PVG and/or occupational health check.
If successful, you will be shortlisted and invited for interview.
All applications to this programme should be made via UCAS.

English language requirement:

Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16200 GBP / year

≈ 16200 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7300 GBP / year

≈ 7300 GBP / year

Additional Details

RUK: £7,300

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

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Additional Details

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