Social Work MA
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Social work is a challenging and rewarding career. You will work alongside some of the most vulnerable people in society, working towards positive change with individuals, families and groups. The work is incredibly varied with possibilities to specialise, for example in work with children or young people, adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Social workers often spend their time with people - be it in hospitals, people's homes, schools or in the community. A patient, non-judgemental approach is needed, with the ability to communicate effectively with a host of different people. The Social Work MA at LSBU is a well-established course, running for over 30 years.
Our graduates are eligible to apply to register as Social Workers with Social Work England, and have gone on to work in an exciting range of settings, from local authorities to setting up their own businesses. To learn more about a career in Social Work, listen to our podcast "A Day in the Life of a Social Worker", where our academic team interview LSBU Social Work alumni now working in the sector.
Key highlights
- Graduates eligible to apply for registration with Social Work England
- Well-established course running for over 30 years
- Possible specialisms include children, young people, disability and mental health
- Alumni work in settings from local authorities to own businesses
- Prepares you to work with individuals, families and groups
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Registered social worker
- Children and families social worker
- Adult social worker
- Mental health social worker
- Local authority social worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,360 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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