PGDip/MA Social Work (master's exit route only) at Solent University

Looking for a career change to social worker? You’ll work with some of the most marginalised groups in society, helping them to overcome barriers in order to lead a fulfilled life. Designed for those who already hold an undergraduate degree in something other than social work, this course is a gateway for those wishing to qualify as a social worker.

Faculty: Social work, criminology and sociology  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Full-time September start (2027 entry)  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Social Work England - Skills Days Year One, First Substantive Practice Placement, Interprofessional Communication and Practice, Law and Social Policy for Social Work Practice, Models and Methods of the Professional Social Worker, Psychosocial Perspectives For Social Work, Skills Days Year Two, Final Substantive Practice Placement, Research in development of Social Work Practice. Optional modules include International placement.

Career pathways

Social workers have opportunities to work with other professionals such as the police and doctors, to plan support and offer services to those in need of care and support. Suitable roles for graduates include: Professional social worker, Working with youth offenders, Health and education, Therapeutic practice, Community development, Mental health.

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