Overview

The Social Work course combines the development of critical knowledge and practical skills that are required to enable you to play a crucial role in improving people's lives.

The degree offers a challenging and stimulating range of learning opportunities that will equip graduates with the key attributes necessary to work effectively in an increasingly globalised and pluralistic working environment.

Under the supervision of a practice teacher you will undertake 85 days of practice placement in year one and 115 days in year 2 of the programme. In year one you will also complete three taught modules. To complete the MSc you will undertake a dissertation.

Careers

University of the West of Scotland graduates enjoy excellent reputations with employers, working in local authority social services; the voluntary or independent sectors; and in health or education. Careers also involve children and families, community care or criminal justice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work Theory: Application in Practice
Assessed Practice 1
Applied Law for Social Work Practice
Assessed Practice 2

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but they will close when they are full; apply early to avoid disappointment.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paisley, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will normally have an existing Honours degree at 2:1 or above in a relevant social science discipline.
In addition, you are strongly advised to provide information about modules studied at Undergraduate level in your application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16275 GBP / year

≈ 16275 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7500 GBP / year

≈ 7500 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK/Ireland: 11750 GBP

Living costs

Paisley

United Kingdom

700 - 1400 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Additional Details

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