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University of Strathclyde: Social Work
Institution | University of Strathclyde View institution profile |
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Department | Social Work and Social Policy |
Web | https://www.strath.ac.uk/ |
studywithus-hass@strath.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0141 444 8600 |
Study type | Taught |
Master of Social Work - MSW
Summary
The MSW in Social Work is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree course. The qualification is recognised throughout the UK and it’s expected that in due course it will meet the criteria for recognition in the EU and elsewhere overseas.
The Masters in Social Work course is based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and is to be validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The degree provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | Upper second-class Honours degree, preferably in a social science discipline but graduates in other disciplines with an understanding of social sciences are welcome. Maths National 5 (or equivalent ) or above. Applicants must be able to demonstrate sufficient numerical, statistical and budgetary competence. An English qualification at the minimum of SCQF level 5 or equivalent is also required (or evidence of an Honours Degree). In exceptional cases where an applicant does not have a degree, the applicant may be considered if they have extensive professional experience showing career development and can demonstrate academic ability at postgraduate level, equivalent to SCQF Level 10 or above. Six months directly relevant experience in social work, social care, community work or a closely-related activity at the point of application or twelve months equivalent part-time experience. This is compulsory. |
Location | University of Strathclyde McCance Building 16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ |
Fees
England | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 14700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MSW in Social Work is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree course. The qualification is recognised throughout the UK and it’s expected that in due course it will meet the criteria for recognition in the EU and elsewhere overseas.
The Masters in Social Work course is based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and is to be validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The degree provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | Upper second-class Honours degree, preferably in a social science discipline but graduates in other disciplines with an understanding of social sciences are welcome. Maths National 5 (or equivalent ) or above. Applicants must be able to demonstrate sufficient numerical, statistical and budgetary competence. An English qualification at the minimum of SCQF level 5 or equivalent is also required (or evidence of an Honours Degree). In exceptional cases where an applicant does not have a degree, the applicant may be considered if they have extensive professional experience showing career development and can demonstrate academic ability at postgraduate level, equivalent to SCQF Level 10 or above. Six months directly relevant experience in social work, social care, community work or a closely-related activity at the point of application or twelve months equivalent part-time experience. This is compulsory. |
Location | University of Strathclyde McCance Building 16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ |
Fees
England | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 14700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MSW in Social Work is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree course. The qualification is recognised throughout the UK and it’s expected that in due course it will meet the criteria for recognition in the EU and elsewhere overseas.
The Masters in Social Work course is based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and is to be validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The degree provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.
Ranked 3rd in the UK for Social Work (Guardian 2023)
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | You must have achieved or be on track to achieve a 2:1 honours degree preferably in an area of social sciences. In very exceptional circumstances, candidates who not do have an honours degree may be considered, if you have very extensive professional experience and can demonstrate academic ability at graduate level. It’s preferable that candidates should have mathematics and English at Standard Grade (credit level), Intermediate 2 (A-C) or GCSE (A-C), or a recognised equivalent. |
Location | University of Strathclyde McCance Building 16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ |
Fees
England | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5650 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 14700 GBP for Year 1 |
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Founded in 1796 as 'a place of useful learning', the University of Strathclyde has around 30,000 students from more than 140 nations. A leading international technological university, we are located in the heart of Glasgow - one of the UK’s largest cities.
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