Overview

From developing your leadership skills, to understanding how to support young people as they transition into adulthood and even unpicking how you make judgements in your everyday work, this course gives you the tools to succeed.

At UEA, they’re internationally recognised for our world-leading social work research. On the Advanced Social Work (Part Time) programme offered by University of East Anglia, you’ll be taught by subject experts who will share insights from cutting-edge research, helping you to develop confident, evidence-based practice.

This flexible, five-year part-time course is designed to allow you tailor your learning to your needs and career goals. With no fixed pathway, you’re able to choose the modules that align with your interests. One year you might focus on working with diverse people and communities; the next, you could explore the complex dynamics of home visits.

Careers

Examples of careers that you could enter include:

Senior Social Worker/Advanced Practitioner

Team Manager

Approved Mental Health Professional

Practice Educator

Academic Tutor

As a graduate of the MA in Advanced Social Work, you’ll be well equipped to progress your career, whether that means moving into advanced or senior practitioner roles, stepping into management, or developing specialist expertise. The modules you complete will deepen your understanding of social work as a discipline whilst supporting your development in your chosen area of practice. The course will also strengthen your skills in using and appraising research, as well as reflecting on and writing about your practice. Some graduates also go on to undertake doctoral study such as a PhD in social work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Child Placement

Transitional Safeguarding

Assessed And Supported Year In Employment (Asye)

Practice Education In Social Work

Developing Professional Leadership

Adult Social Work Support And Protection

Models Of Leadership And Management

Supporting The Person With Dementia And Their Carers

Assessed And Supported Year In Employment (Asye)

Professional Judgement And Decision-making

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Norwich, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 GBP / month

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

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