Social Work MA
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
This MA Social Work degree equips you with the skills, knowledge and reflective capacity you need to practise as an effective social worker. You will develop a sound knowledge base that encompasses theory, the ethical and legal bases for practice, social policy and an understanding of how social work fits into organisational contexts. The course promotes relationship-based practice and is unique because of the link with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust.
This course is delivered at both the Docklands Campus and the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. The opportunity to study both at the University of East London and the Tavistock allows you to experience university culture and a working clinic. As part of the course, you will participate in a week-long Group Relations Conference as well as weekly work discussion groups.
Because the course attracts students from different cultural backgrounds and a range of disciplines - including psychology, law, sociology, criminology, business studies and even science - the knowledge our students bring enriches the course experience as much as the teaching. The accreditation agreement between the University of East London and Social Work England means that your degree will make you eligible to register as a social worker. Download our social work reference request form.
Key highlights
- Accredited route to registration as a social worker with Social Work England
- Delivered in partnership with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
- Study across a university campus and a working clinic
- Week-long Group Relations Conference and weekly work discussion groups
- Promotes relationship-based practice grounded in theory, ethics, law and policy
- Diverse cohort from psychology, law, sociology, criminology and other disciplines
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include any subject; or above
- Degree: 2:2 — Accepted Qualifications Bachelor's degree with minimum Upper Second Class (2:1) or equivalent in any subject or Lower Second Class (2.2) and a postgraduate qualification or extensive experience.
- GCSE: C — to include English
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Careers this course leads to
- Registered social worker
- Children and families social worker
- Adult social care social worker
- Mental health social worker
- Child protection social worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9360 per year | International: £9360 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 University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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