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MA Social Work at Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Gain the latest updates on legal issues affecting social work policies and how they affect the different methods and approaches used. Train to be a qualified social worker and gain a thorough grasp of the knowledge, skills and values that sit at the core of this rewarding career. Recognising the powerful links between personal and political issues, the course will assert the need to challenge inequality and safeguard vulnerable people.

Faculty: School of Health  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: 20 Sep 2027  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Social Work with Adults, Social Work with Children & Young People, Understanding Social Work: Knowledge, Skills & Values for Practice, Models of Intervention, Social Work Research, Practice Placement 1. Year 2 core modules: Social Work Law for Qualifying Practice, Social Work Research (continued), Practice Placement 2.

Career pathways

In the final year you will focus on employability and transition into qualified practice, preparing you for future career opportunities. The vast majority of our students successfully gain employment in a range of social care organisations, and some have accessed traineeships during the course.

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Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have at least an upper second class honours degree. GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Applicants with a lower second class (2:2) will be considered on an individual basis depending on their experience. Applicants should have at least 3 years relevant experience having worked in social care, community and third sector organisations supporting individuals, families and communities. Ideally the experience should involve leadership or mentoring within the workplace. Examples of relevant experience would include working as a Family Support Worker with case holding responsibility in a Local Authority or working as a senior support worker within a third sector organisation e.g. a homelessness project. Additional information about the application process and frequently asked questions can be found in the course guidance booklet. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 6.5. Interview Required We conduct interviews as part of the admissions process and suitable applicants will be invited to an interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,530 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £9530. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,540 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18540. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

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