University of Brighton

Professional Social Work Practice MSc

University of BrightonBrighton: Moulsecoomb, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for 2027 To be eligible to apply for this award, applicants must normally have: a first degree a recognised social work qualification successfully completed the social work CPD dissertation module (60 credits) provided by the University of Brighton accrued a total of 180 academic credits within the last six years (with no more than 90 credits attained from other institutions) registration with Social Work England a minimum of 15 hours per week dedicated to professional social work practice in a leadership role, including the facilitation of supervision.

Scholarships

  • Change Studentship

    The award covers postgraduate Home/UK course fees (£9,250 GBP for 2025–26), and travel expenses to access a mentoring programme organised by the university.

  • Vice-Chancellor International Postgraduate Scholarship

    Our Vice-Chancellor international postgraduate scholarships of £2,500 are automatically granted to students from specific regions.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Senior Social Worker
  • Advanced Social Work Practitioner
  • Social Work Team Manager
  • Practice Educator
  • Principal Social Worker

Cost of study

UK/Home: See: https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-finance/index.aspx | International: See: https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-finance/index.aspx

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