Health Sciences
BA (Hons) Social Work
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
- Degree
- Bachelor's
- Next intake
- September
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
The MSc Social Work course at Robert Gordon University focuses on the values, skills and competencies required for the practice of social work to the qualifying level set by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). It will give you the ability to positively impact society and improve the lives of individuals in an important profession. Our close partnerships with local authorities, voluntary and private sector organisations ensure that your learning reflects current practice.
Faculty: School of Law and Social Sciences | Duration: 2 years and 3 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Our Social Work course is designed to give you all the skills you need to flourish within your career. The MSc includes developing your knowledge, skills and professional confidence, providing you with competence requirements in the context of specific social work disciplines. In two years, graduates can qualify with a Postgraduate Certificate allowing them to practice in the UK.
As a graduate of this course you will be capable of gaining employment in areas where a professional qualification in social work is required, including field work, group care, community care and hospital settings in the public, voluntary and private sectors.
Applicants should hold the equivalent of a 2:2 undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as Social Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Law or Philosophy Lower degree classifications and degrees in a non-relevant discipline will be considered on a case-by-case basis where an applicant holds significant relevant work experience. Scottish National Grade 5 or GCSE in Maths grade B or equivalent required. Applicants that do not have this will be offered the University’s numeracy test Applicants are also required to show evidence of computer literacy for the European Computer Driving Licence. Whilst this is mandatory, this is not a requirement prior to the course starting, rather it is something that we measure throughout the course as students have to access teaching online, submit assignments online and also work with IT systems whilst out on placement. Applicants from the UK and EU must submit their application via UCAS. International Applicants may submit their application via UCAS or direct to the University. Please note that within the personal statement section of the application, include: Your understanding of the social work profession in the UK (and in your home country if you are an applicant from outside the UK), Why you wish to study the MSc Social Work at Robert Gordon University, and How you plan to use this qualification in your future career plan. All offers are subject to satisfactory Health Clearance, Disclosure and Barring Service/Criminal Conviction Check, and completion of our selection process. This includes a short written task and an interview with a member of the team. The interview is also an opportunity for you to ask questions, clarify any aspects of the programme, and learn more about what to expect. UCAS code: L508.
Domestic applicants: GBP 5,960 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 2 years (same fee each year) Source
International applicants: GBP 18,030 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 2 years (same fee each year) Source
Intake: September
Duration: 2 years and 3 months full-time
Apply through the official page: https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/courses/pgcert-pgdip-msc-social-work#apply
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom
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