- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years full-time, 3 years part-time
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Social Work
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- JAN 2026
Overview
Social workers work closely with other organisations to support and protect children and adults from harm, and to effect personal and social change. Studying social work at the University of Chester will offer you an opportunity to develop the skills needed to perform as a social work practitioner in today’s challenging and unpredictable landscape.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · Subjects: any subject · or above |
|---|---|
| Other conditions | dbs_check · A satisfactory DBS and occupational health check. |
| Other conditions | occupational_health · A satisfactory DBS and occupational health check. |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent
Fees
International students: £19,000 full course fee (2026/27) — More on International fees
UK students: £4,052 per year (2026/27) — More on UK fees
UK/Home: £4,052 per year (2026/27) — More on UK fees
International: £19,000 full course fee (2026/27) — More on International fees
Start dates
Jan 2026, Jan 2027
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early for visa processing
Campus
- University Centre Warrington, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Cheshire West and Chester, North West, United Kingdom
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