Overview

The Social Work course at the University of Strathclyde is based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and is to be validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The degree provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.

The assessment methods consist of regular feedback on specific tasks related to teaching and learning as you work through a module. Modules are formally assessed in a range of different ways, including essay, report, presentations and peer group assessments.

Job titles include:

Criminal Justice Social Worker

Mental Health Social Worker

Prison Social Worker

Social Worker

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law for Social Work in Scotland

Theory and Practice

Methods of Professional Enquiry

Individuals, Families and Structures in Society

Risk & Protection in Organisational Contexts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Second-class Honours degree, preferably in a social science discipline but graduates in other disciplines with an understanding of social sciences are welcome.

Maths National 5 C/Applications of Mathematics National 5 C (or equivalent) or above.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate sufficient numerical, statistical and budgetary competence to deal with the demands of study and placement.

In general, they expect you to have had at least six months full-time work experience, or its equivalent in part-time work, at the point of the application.

Work experience

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20150 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8350 GBP / year

≈ 8350 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £8,350

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.

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