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Social Work, MA at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MA Social Work gives the knowledge, skills and values for a career as a social worker; graduates are eligible to apply to register with Social Work England. It is offered full-time and part-time in blended learning at the Preston Campus.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Intake: September 2026; January 2027; September 2027; January 2028  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Preparing for Social Work Practice, Understanding and Applying Social Work Law and Policy, Theories for Understanding Self and Others Across the Life Course, Complexities in Social Work Practice, Research Informed Social Work and Social Work Practice: Experience 1.

Career pathways

Social work teams in safeguarding and support roles across children's, young people's and adult services, in local authority, third sector and private organisations; post-qualifying study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 degree and English GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent. IELTS 7.0 with no component below 7.0; WAEC B3 acceptable. Selection day with interview. Satisfactory criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and Fitness to Practise assessment. Part-time places may be limited by placement availability. Unsuccessful applicants cannot reapply in the same UCAS cycle.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,000 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2026; January 2027; September 2027; January 2028

Duration: 3 years

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