Social Work MSc at Royal Holloway, University of London

Programme overview

We will accept applications via the UCAS Undergraduate Portal with course code L508 or via "Apply Now" above to our direct portal. Society needs skilled and empathetic social workers – and they’re made at Royal Holloway. Take this professional course to register with Social Work England and start making a difference.

Department: Social Work | Duration: 2 years full time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Readiness for Direct Practice, Knowledge and Skills for Practice 1, Life Course Development and Observational Learning, Law and Policy for Social Work; Year 2: Critical Social Work, Knowledge and Skills for Practice 2, Social Work Research and Dissertation.

Career pathways

We will prepare you for a career in a range of social work settings. Once you are qualified as a social worker, you will be able to apply for registration with Social Work England You will also have the option of continuing your academic development through a range of taught post-qualifying programmes and research opportunities within the department.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2. UK Lower Second Class Honours degree (2:2) or overseas equivalent. Preference will be given to applicants with a wide range of relevant experience and a grade 2:2 or above degree classification and overseas applicants must have an equivalent level of experience. A minimum of 6 months full time or 12 months part-time relevant experience working with vulnerable adults or children is required at the point of application. As part of the application, references supporting the application should be related the work experience, however we may ask for a professional or work reference if a suitable reference could not be provided. If successful at interview, all applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration form (declaration of criminal convictions) before enrolling onto the course. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6 in Writing and minimum of 5.5 in each subscore.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

Duration: 2 years full time

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