The Master in Social Work (Hons) is a professional qualification which entitles you to apply to register as a social worker: a challenging and rewarding career.
This four-year course, which includes two years of postgraduate study, provides an advanced alternative to standard three-year BA Social Work degrees. Youll gain a Masters-level qualification which is highly valued by employers. Youll have the opportunity to gain practice experience in a voluntary sector placement in your second year, followed by placements within diverse social work settings in Year 3 and 4. Servic...
The Master in Social Work (Hons) is a professional qualification which entitles you to apply to register as a social worker: a challenging and rewarding career.<br/><br/>This four-year course, which includes two years of postgraduate study, provides an advanced alternative to standard three-year BA Social Work degrees. Youll gain a Masters-level qualification which is highly valued by employers. Youll have the opportunity to gain practice experience in a voluntary sector placement in your second year, followed by placements within diverse social work settings in Year 3 and 4. Service users and carers contribute directly to our teaching, giving you an unparalleled insight into the complexities of social work. Join a thriving School, internationally recognised for its teaching and research excellence and gain a solid foundation from which to begin your professional journey.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L507
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
D:21,M:24
31
DDM
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
DDM
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
M2,M2,M2
C
If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
B,B,B
We consider a range of T Level qualifications. Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.
B
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,800 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |