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Overview
The higher exit option Social Work course offered at the Robert Gordon University is an academic award based on research rather than a professional award, and offers a methodological underpinning for those seeking to move into research or training in social work.
Alternatively, as a PgDip graduate you will be capable of gaining employment in areas where a professional qualification in social work is required, including field work, group care, community care and hospital settings in the public, voluntary and private sectors.
Job Prospects
As a graduate of this course you will be capable of gaining employment in areas where a professional qualification in social work is required, including field work, group care, community care and hospital settings in the public, voluntary and private sectors.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Development, Behaviour and Interpersonal Processes
- Social Work Practice, Sociology and Social Policy
- Social Work Theory, Professional Ethics and Research Methods
- Readiness For Practice
- Assessed Practice and Analysis
- Community Care and Vulnerable User Groups
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 27 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
More details
Deadlines are agreed for individual courses. Make sure you apply in time to be sure of your chance of a place.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 88
Credits
240 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Social Work Sociology View 264 other Masters in Social Work in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold the equivalent of a 2:2 undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
- Applicants with a lower degree classification and relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis
- Scottish National Grade 5 or GCSE in Maths grade B or equivalent required. Applicants that do not have this will be offered the University’s numeracy test
- Applicants are also required to show evidence of computer literacy for the European Computer Driving Licence. Whilst this is mandatory, this is not a requirement prior to the course starting, rather it is something that we measure throughout the course as students have to access teaching online, submit assignments online and also work with IT systems whilst out on placement.
- Applicants from the UK and EU must submit their application via UCAS. International Applicants may submit their application via UCAS or direct to the University.
Tuition Fee
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International
14350 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14350 GBP per year during 27 months. -
National
4750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4750 GBP per year during 27 months.
Rest of UK and EU Students
- £5,640 per academic year
Living costs for Aberdeen
729 - 1069 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 Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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