MSc Social Work at University of Winchester

Programme overview

You cover the key knowledge base of social work – social policy, legislation, aspects of psychology and sociology, social work theory, and social work methods and communication. The course provides an introduction to the development of professional identity and the acquisition of professional values. You discuss the complexities and importance of interprofessional working; develop an understanding of the importance of sociological and psychological perspectives across the life course;

Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Winchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Readiness for Practice, Foundations for Professional Practice, Psychological Perspectives of the Life Course, Social Work Methods and Interventions, The Legal and Professional Knowledge Base of Social Work, First Practice Placement. Year 2: Risk, Assessment & Safeguarding Work, Social Work Practice in Contemporary Society, Final Practice Placement, Research Methods and Writing for Publication

Career pathways

Graduates go on to careers in social work or related professional roles in the social care, voluntary and independent sector, health and education sectors. This programme is approved by Social Work England which means you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree. Applicants who do not satisfy the normal entry requirements may be admitted to the programme, provided that they can demonstrate an aptitude for the professional role and demonstrate an understanding of the role of social workers. Applicants are required to have gained GCSE passes at Grade C (Grade 4 if completed from summer 2017 onwards) or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent. Ideally applicants will have prior social care experience, in either a paid or voluntary capacity, in a relevant setting - community care, youth justice or another setting where caring or teaching is a feature. This will demonstrate an informed decision to embark on a career in social work. Shortlisted applicants are expected to attend an interview at the University. Interviews will include a group task, written assessment and individual interview with academic staff and placement partners (service users and/or practitioners). Our Admissions Team will be in contact with further information about the format of the interview if successful shortlisted. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check is required on acceptance of the offer of a place. The cost of the DBS check is covered by applicants. For the latest costs please visit the DBS website .

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee. Applies to UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,450 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.winchester.ac.uk/study/how-to-apply/How-to-apply-Postgraduate/

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