Social Work Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Social Work MA at Liverpool Hope University is designed to develop competent, reflective, and research-minded professionals who are ready to lead innovation in collaborative practice. This vocationally qualifying programme is approved by Social Work England and is deeply rooted in an ethos of social justice. Students are encouraged to challenge inequalities in policy and practice while gaining the advanced skills necessary for modern social work environments.

Why Social Work at Liverpool Hope University?

Choosing this programme means joining a small, dedicated cohort of 25–30 students, ensuring personalised support from a research-active teaching team. The faculty offers specialist expertise in areas such as youth justice, mental health movements, and anti-racist social work. Students benefit from high-quality facilities, including a simulation suite for engaging with practice scenarios. Furthermore, the university provides unique global opportunities, including field trips to the USA, Turkey, or Palestine, and the option to undertake practice placements in India or the Gambia.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 10500 per year
• National fee: GBP 4200 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum blends structured academic modules with extensive practice-based learning. Students complete 200 days of practice learning, which includes 30 skills days and 170 days in agency placements. Modules may include:

• Law and Ethics
• Framing Social Problems
• Methods and Theories of Social Work Interventions
• Critical Themes and Issues Influencing Contemporary Practice
• Power, Partnership and Professionalism
• Professional Research Project

Careers with Social Work

Graduates of this programme are highly regarded by employers across the social care sector. The qualification opens diverse career paths in both statutory and non-statutory settings. Many graduates pursue roles supporting children, families, and young people, while others specialise in adult services. Specific career directions include working within mental health services, supporting individuals with learning disabilities to achieve independence, or engaging in youth justice and community development. The programme's focus on radical social work and social justice provides a strong foundation for those seeking to influence policy and advocate for marginalised groups.