MSc Social Work

An upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or a degree in an associated discipline (Anthropology, Childhood and Youth Studies, Criminology, Critical Thinking, Early Years, Education, English, Health and Social Care, Law, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, R.E, Sociology, Social Policy, Theology). Applicants with a lower classification (second-class) will be considered on an individual basis, considering relevant experience and academic achievement.
Applicants must also have relevant work experience, more than 3 months in voluntary or paid employment in a health, education or social care environment.
All applicants must have an acceptable GCSE qualification in English at grade C/4 or above.

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When you graduate from the MSc Social Work degree course, you'll have the knowledge and practical skills to work in any branch of social work.

As a newly qualified social worker (NQSW), there are a number of opportunities open to you. Most local authorities in England operate a scheme for newly qualified practitioners, called the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). This provides intensive supervision and guidance in your first year as well as a protected caseload.

Year 1:

Empowerment and Discrimination: Skills for Practice - 15 credits
Legal and Policy Frameworks for Social Work - 30 credits
Msc Social Work Practice Placement 1 - 30 credits
Social Work Theory and Evidence - 15 credits

Year 2:

MSc Social Work Independent Study for Contemporary Social Work - 30 credits
Msc Social Work Practice Placement 2 - 30 credits
Safeguarding Analysis and Professional Decision Making - 15 credits
Transition to Employment - 15 credits