MA Social Work

Module: 7SO004

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

This module aims to introduce you to the social work law/practice relationship. You will be introduced to key legislation which provides the legal context for social work practice across a variety of service user groups, including Human Rights and Anti-Discriminatory law.

Module: 7SO002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

To enable you to fulfill the reuqirements of the current professioanl standards in the first placement.You will be assessed in how you undertake practice through observations and assessment and also how you write about and analyse your practice.

Module: 7SO007

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

This module aims to develop your understanding of working with service-users and carers in two broad settings: social work with adults and social work with children and families. You will examine assessment, risk-taking, inter-professional working and safeguarding as they apply to these groups in terms of both practice and policy. In addition the module will signpost human growth developmental theories relevant to social work practice and examine the development of a range of interventions.

Module: 7SO001

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

To develop a critical understanding of social work theory and methods as a framework for working with children, adults, families, groups and communities. To enable you to evaluate a range of social work methods within an appropriate theoretical and policy context. To develop your understanding of the theoretical basis of communication and inter-personal relationships. To enhance your understanding of competing paradigms and ideologies and how these critically inform differing approaches to practice.

Module: 7SO005

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

This module will signpost key concepts in the social science disciplines of sociology, psychology and social policy providing you with a basis to develop critical thinking. You will be introduced to a wider range of critical perspectives and your application to social work will provide a grounding in the transferable skills required to become a critically reflexive and engaged practitioner.

Module: 7SO025

Credits: 60

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

Research is based upon ideas about how the world is perceived and how we can develop our understanding to improve it. Research in all its forms may drive professional practice agendas - both personal and political. The dissertation module follows the social science tradition of critical enquiry. The module aim is for you to complete a piece of research with a social work focus, utilising a suitable methodology. It must be in accordance with the school ethics committee guidelines and comply with the research governance framework (RGF) of the relevant Local Authority or NHS Trust.

Module: 7SO003

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

To enable you to demonstrate (a) capability in terms of published Social Work profesional standards and (b) commitment to Social Work values, ethics and codes. To provide you with an opportunity to integrate knowledge gained from all previously studied modules and to demonstrate a critical, analytical approach to its application in practice at honours degree level. To introduce you to a number of models of reflection for personal and professional learning.

The course at the University of Wolverhampton has some excellent features including:

• Opportunities for learning from practitioners, service users and carers as well as lecturers
• Approved placement opportunities across a range of settings.
• Opportunities to hear visiting lecturers from Germany.

There is commitment to International Social Work on the award and staff members have interests and publications in this area.

Ethical and engaged practice is a core element of the award, which is enhanced by skills development relating to values and critical reflection. Several of the staff team have relevant publications in this arena.

Core members of staff on the course have a strong record of social work publications and/or conference presentations across a range of areas of interest.

There are also excellent campus facilities (catering, libraries and well equipped social learning spaces) which contribute to an enjoyable learning experience.

At the end of this course students will have acquired the knowledge to underpin practice; a range of intellectual skills of thinking and problem solving in academic learning and practice; enhanced self-awareness and social work specific skills. These will be incorporated into the 5 course learning outcomes:

• Demonstrate capability in social work practice, requirements for Social Work Training and the PCT ensuring that social work's core values are central.
• Be able to reflect critically on evidence and information, apply and synthesise this knowledge to social work processes and interventions to become an engaged social worker, committed to social justice.
• Confidently and consistently apply intra-personal and inter-professional skills and knowledge when working with professions, agencies and service users/carers to promote best practice with people who are often vulnerable.
• Demonstrate a critical commitment to a service user and carer centred approach in practice, focussed upon social work's core values.
• Be able to engage in and demonstrate a critical analysis of the legal, political and social influences impacting on social work practice in a complex and changing environment, often characterised by ethical dilemmas or conflict of interests.

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £3200 per year 2020-21 Home Full-time £3275 per year 2021-22 International Full-time £6675 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £6975 per year 2021-22

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

• All candidates must hold an Honours degree (Bachelor) at 2:1 or above
• Candidates must have a GCSE grade C/4+ (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Equivalent qualifications include Key Skills Level 2; Learn Direct Level 2; and Functional Skills Level 2.
• Please note we do NOT accept GCSE Short Courses or GCSE Equivalence Tests from other institutions or organisations

International entry requirements and application guidance can be found at

English language requirements also apply. If English is not your first language, evidence of your proficiency must be dated within the last 2 years from IELTS level 7.0 with no element less than 6.5

All candidates must have substantial prior experience in the field of Social Care, Health or Education (this can be either paid or voluntary work and must be verifiable by a manager).

• If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying

Other Requirements

Applicants will also be required to provide satisfactory personal statement and one satisfactory academic or employer reference

Those meeting the entry requirements may be invited for test/interview where they will be assessed in comprehension, verbal ability and suitability for social work. Interview panels will include, whenever possible, employer and service-user/carer representatives.

Read further information regarding interview preparation

Due to the professional nature of this course you are also required to complete a Declaration of Health and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

If you have accepted a Conditional Offer made by the University of Wolverhampton you will receive correspondence asking you to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The charge for this will be a DBS fee of £40.00 and a £6.00 ID check service fee. You will also need to complete an occupational health assessment questionnaire prior to starting the course.

Please note than an offer of a place at the University does not guarantee eligibility for student funding. To confirm that you meet the residency criteria go to or telephone SFE on 0300 100 0607.

Social Work England

Approved by Social Work England (SWE) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with SWE as a social worker in England.

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Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £11,570 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans GOV