Master of Social Work (MSW)

Research-informed teaching and innovative approaches to learning.
A purpose-built Social Work Skills Lab to learn and practise social work skills.
Involvement from service users and careers in all aspects of the programme.
Close links with key stakeholders and partner agencies mean you have the chance to learn from service users and carers, shadow experienced social workers, and make observation visits; and have excellent practice placements.
International and national focus to develop further awareness and understanding of social work interventions in different cultural and policy environments (and an option in the special interest module to have an international practice learning experience).
Opportunity to attend regular seminars and conferences organised by the research team featuring cutting-edge research.
Excellent employment prospects. We prepare you for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) which you will undertake when you have qualified and start work. Local employers contribute to preparing you for employment when you qualify.

On completing the course you will be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to register as a social worker. Employment opportunities are available in:

Children's services and family support
Community care and adult services
Adult/youth criminal justice services
Community, day, residential and health settings
Mental health, disability, learning disabilities, older adults, addictions, and forensic services
Good career development opportunities and post-qualifying training and awards are now an established part of the social work profession.

A degree at 2:1 or above, normally in a social science subject.
Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent (eg GCSE A–C) in English and Mathematics or equivalently validated access course credits.
All applicants must confirm prior to interview that they have the ability to use basic IT facilities, including word processing, internet browsing and use of email.

This course is designed to give suitable graduates a professional qualification in social work. On successful completion, you gain a Master of Social Work (MSW), and are able to apply to join the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)'s register of social workers.