Glasgow Caledonian University

MSc Social Work

Glasgow Caledonian UniversityGlasgow, United Kingdom

Course overview

Progress to a career as a Social Worker or Researcher with local authorities or third-sector organisations. Apply existing skills in related disciplines to critical reflection, social work practice and research.

Key highlights

  • Prepares graduates for social work roles in local authorities or third sector
  • Develops critical reflection, social work practice and research skills
  • Builds on existing skills from related disciplines

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — to include area
  • Additional condition: occupational_health — Subject to PVG and/or occupational health check.
  • Additional condition: interview — If successful, you will be shortlisted and invited for interview.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor Yunus Scholarship

    GCU will cover £7,000 towards your tuition fee for the full-time MSc Social Innovation master's course commencing September 2025.

    Up to £7,000
  • GCU Postgraduate Ambassador Scholarship

  • New to GCU Regional Scholarship

    £3,500 scholarship in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £3,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Social Worker
  • Social Work Researcher
  • Local Authority Social Worker
  • Third-Sector Social Worker

Cost of study

International: £16,200

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 Glasgow Caledonian University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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