PostgraduateFull-time

Social Work MA

University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
University of Staffordshire postgraduate courses are usually 1 academic year duration when studying full-time and 2-3 academic years duration for part-time.
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Social Work
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
JAN 2027Starts in 3 months

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Overview

The course is approved by Social Work England, giving you a qualification hat is recognised across the sector. Develop your skills and confidence using our cutting-edge simulation facilities. Mirror real life in our lifelike living spaces in scenarios that reflect what you’ll find in practice Opportunities to gain real-world experience across our placement network. You’ll put your skills and knowledge into practice with real service users and vulnerable people Social Workers play an important role in supporting individuals and families to achieve positive change in their lives. Our pre-registration postgraduate Social Work degree will prepare you for a rewarding profession with human rights and social justice at its core. Regulated by Social Work England, our course will equip you for a career in social work within a diverse range of social welfare settings.

Entry requirements

Degree2:1 · or above
Degree2:2 · or above
GCSE4/C or above · Subjects: English
Other conditionsinterview · You will need to successfully complete and pass an interview with the academic team.
Other conditionsdbs_check · You will also need undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a health check to inform decisions regarding support and suitability for the course.

Fees

International students: £6,500 per year

UK students: £6,500 per year

Start dates

January 2027 January 2028

Application deadline

See central postgraduate application guidance: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply

Campus

  • Stoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom

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Postgraduate Taught

Academic

Courses requiring a 2:1 degree A Bachelor degree from a recognised institution with GPA 3.3 out of 4.0 Courses requiring a 2:2 degree A Bachelor degree from a recognised institution with GPA 2.7 out of 4.0

English language

To demonstrate your language proficiency as being equivalent to CEFR B2, we accept the following qualifications from your country: Citizens of the USA are not required to demonstrate their English Language proficiency Please note that these qualifications are valid at University of Staffordshire for a period of 5 years since the test was taken, unless otherwise stated above.

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Scholarships at University of Staffordshire

2 for this level
  • Alumni Discount
  • PGCE Bursary£500.00 (US$ 646)
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TuitionGBP 6,500
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 21,886

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