MSc Applied Professional Studies at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Applied Professional Studies is a part-time Masters for people already qualified in social work or an allied health profession, with a core degree or specialist pathways (accredited by the Scottish Social Services Council).

Duration: MSc part-time: 36 months (flexible) | Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core Masters or pathways including Child Welfare and Protection (September start only), Management and Leadership in Social Services (recognised by SSSC for registered managers), and Adult Services, plus a social work practice education pathway. Each route can lead to a PgCert, PgDip or MSc.

Career pathways

Opens careers in social services and allied health professions, with senior leadership roles in the chosen specialism.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Bachelor or Honours degree; applicants without a first degree are considered if they can show ability to study at degree level. Relevant work experience is required for all pathways; the social work practice education pathway also requires a social work qualification. Tier 4 student visa applications cannot be accepted because the course is part-time. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 62 overall with 60 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (exams before 21 January 2026) 88 overall with 20 reading, 19 writing, 19 listening, 22 speaking.

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: MSc part-time: 36 months (flexible)

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