Overview
Social Work from Edge Hill University emphasises effective practice and the practical relevance of theory in practice learning placements. You will have the opportunity to benefit from the knowledge and experience of a range of academics, practitioners, employers, policy makers, service users and carers who have backgrounds in social care, social work, health education and other cognate disciplines.
Careers
A Masters degree in Social Work is your entry to a range of career opportunities in working with children, adults and communities. You will be able to work within the statutory, voluntary, private and charitable sectors.
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will gain eligibility to apply for registration with Social Work England. As social work is a regulated profession, you will be expected to adhere to the standards set out by the professional regulator as well as other profession-specific organisations and agencies, such as the British Association of Social Workers. The regulator also monitors the performance of social work courses at universities, the reports of which are in the public domain.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Social Work Practice
- Research and Practice
- Specialist Social Work Practice with Children, Young People, Families and Carers
- Social Work Theory and Methods
- Specialist Social Work Practice with Adults
- Social Work Law and Policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Social Work Public Health Health Sciences View 1969 other Masters in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or upper second-class honours (2:1 or above) in a relevant subject, such as social sciences, psychology, criminology, or health and social care. GCSE English Language at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent) is also required.
- You must have relevant paid or voluntary work experience and be able to relate this to the skills and values of social work. An interview, written exercise and group-based task form part of the selection process.
- English Language Requirements
Tuition Fee
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International
13500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13500 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
6500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6500 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Cambridge
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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