MA Social Work

at University of Derby

Modules:
 

• Contemporary Issues in Social Work
• Preparation for Practice Learning
• Social Work Law
• Practice Learning 1
• Practice learning 2
• Youth Justice

You'll need:
 

• A minimum 2:1 honours degree (except in exceptional circumstances) or international equivalent
• GCSE grade C or above in English and maths or certificated equivalences, regardless of previous educational qualifications
• Completion of a written test, regardless of previous qualification or educational background
• Non-UK applicants should achieve a minimum score of 7.0 overall in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) assessment (or an equivalent assessment) with a minimum of 6.5 in each skills area. Non-UK applicants for September 2023 should submit a final certificate to evidence the required level 2 qualifications are held and not being worked towards. This can be as IELTS with an overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each skills area and minimum of C4 for English and C6 for Maths in the WAEC qualification. If these qualifications are not held and evidence provided, applications will be refused

The cost of studying at University of Derby varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay £14,900 annually, to study in University of Derby.

There's a growing demand for qualified social workers who can work in a variety of fields, and this course prepares you for that. You could work with issues such as child protection, vulnerable adults, mental health, disability, older adults and youth justice. These may exist in a variety of settings such as hospitals, day centres, area offices, residential centres, voluntary sectors and schools.