Social Work MSc

The MSc Social Work builds on over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality social work education, combining academic study with extensive practical training. This 200-credit degree is completed over two years and is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and professional competence required for effective social work practice.

The programme includes core modules such as Foundations of Social Work Practice, Understanding and Learning Lessons from Service Failures, Social Work Law, and Social Work Practice One and Two. These modules provide a strong grounding in theory, legal frameworks, and applied practice, supported by substantial placement experience.

Teaching focuses on integrating theory with real-world application, enabling students to develop critical thinking, decision-making, and professional skills in complex social contexts.

The degree culminates in a 60-credit MSc Social Work Dissertation, where you will undertake an in-depth research or practice-based project in a chosen area of social work. This final stage allows you to apply your learning, demonstrate professional capability, and prepare for a career in social work practice.