MA Social Work at University of Manchester

Programme overview

This course is designed for postgraduates who want to become social work practitioners. Gain a nationally and internationally recognised professional social work qualification and become eligible to register as a qualified social worker with Social Work England. NHS bursaries, are available for eligible students (limited number).

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 24 months (FT) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 Learning in the first year provides a solid foundation whereyou are introduced to key knowledge and skills and prepared for professional practice. You will learn about what social work is and develop necessary practice skills. Compulsory units include Foundations of Research, Safeguarding Children, Adults and their Families, Contemporary Social Work Interventions in Practice, Introduction to Social Work, Social Political and Organisational Context for Social Work Practice, Groups and Power.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We normally require you to have an Upper Second-class honours degree or above. This can be in any subject area.Relevant employment and/or personal experience within a health or social care setting is highly desirable. If you havea Lower Second classification degree, your application will be considered on a case-by-case basis depending on your experience. You must also have GCSE English Language grade C/4 by the start of the course. Experience: We require relevant work experience in a voluntary or employed capacity. English language: IELTS overall score of 7 or above with no element below 6.5. Interview: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited for interview before any decision on an offer is made.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,000 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 27,800 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 24 months (FT)

Apply through the official page: http://www.ucas.com/

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