Overview

The Social Work course from the University of Portsmouth combines theory and practice – you’ll learn about the latest legislation, planning and policy, and put it all into practice in professional settings, with real people.

You’ll undertake two separate work placements – one in your first year and one in your second year, most likely with local NHS social service providers.

The NHS bursary for postgraduate social work students can help with the cost of your fees, your living costs, and includes a contribution towards your placement travel expenses.

When you successfully complete the course, you'll be eligible to apply to register as a social worker with the professional regulatory body, Social Work England.

Careers and opportunities

When you graduate from the Social Work from the University of Portsmouth, 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.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal and Policy Frameworks for Social Work
Social Work Theory and Evidence
Empowerment and Discrimination: Skills for Practice
MSc Social Work Practice Placement

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , International

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30 April for applications from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Ghana, India, Iran, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan and Somalia.
30 June for applicants from the Rest of the World.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

91

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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7

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91

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General requirements

An upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or a degree in an associated discipline (Anthropology, Criminology, Critical Thinking, English, Health & 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.

Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. Learn more about our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Tuition Fee

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International

18000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18000 GBP per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

12000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12000 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Portsmouth

710 - 1099 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Portsmouth

Funding

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