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University of Birmingham: Social Work
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social Policy and Society |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our Social Work MA degree will provide you with a practice-focussed and eye-opening learning experience.
Learn from expert academics and gain first-hand experience from service users, carers and practitioners, and graduate prepared to start an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling career.
Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Benefit from a truly unique, practice-led experience that puts lived experience and real-world impact at the heart of your studies. You’ll learn from leading academics, work directly with service users, carers, and practitioners, and complete two placements that bring your knowledge to life. Ranked among the UK’s top social work courses, our programme leverages Birmingham’s vibrant, diverse community connections to offer hands-on experience, and its global recognition means you’ll graduate ready to make a difference—locally and worldwide. - Study with top academics and learn directly from those with real experience.
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Develop essential skills through two practical, community-based placements.
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Build professional links through Birmingham’s strong partnerships across health and social care.
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Enjoy a variety of opportunities for practising social work and other humanitarian work in the UK and overseas
Career opportunitites There is a clear progression from the social work programme to professional practice in a range of settings such as statutory social work, voluntary organisations and the private sector, with employment opportunities both in the UK and overseas.
Upon graduation, our students take up positions such as: - Social Worker (children and families, adults, mental health)
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Social Work and Social Care Leadership
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Social Researcher
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Advanced Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP)
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Education Welfare Officer
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Youth Offending Team
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Community Development Worker
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer
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Advocate
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | 2:1 Honours Degree (or international equivalent) in any subject, and 3 months (minimum 400 hours) of full-time work experience in a social care setting, either in a paid of voluntary capacity. Applicants with a 2:2 degree classification may be considered on a case-by-case basis. We also require: GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or certificated equivalent level two numeracy and literacy qualification Please note that work experience is not considered in lieu of meeting the academic entry requirements. You will be required to meet the practice element in addition to meeting the academic criteria. If your qualifications differ from those listed here, please contact the central Admissions team for guidance. International applicants will be required to hold an IELTs 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each band or equivalent qualification. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | This course is designed for those with an undergraduate degree in a non-social work subject that are: considering a career in social work or other humanitarian work in the UK or overseas We also require GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or certificated equivalent level two numeracy and literacy qualification. A minimum of 30 days related practice-based experience. This can be in a variety of fields and does not have to be in a social work setting. Personal experience may count towards your practice-based experience but it is important that you are able to evidence some practice-based experience alongside this. This must show a sustained commitment, evidenced by a practice-based reference. If you do not fulfil these requirements or want further advice, please contact us directly. Please note that work experience is not considered in lieu of meeting the academic entry requirements. You will be required to meet the practice element in addition to meeting the academic criteria. If your qualifications differ from those listed here, please contact the central Admissions team for guidance. More detailed information may be found on the university course page. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Our high-quality teaching and supervision will help you take your skills and career to the next level.
Here, you’ll feel engaged, motivated and challenged, as part of our inclusive community that has a strong research culture. At Birmingham, we’ll support your health, wellbeing and personal development. While our professional and academic careers services will help you take the next step. This is your time. This is your place.
With more than 600 taught programmes and a range of research opportunities to choose from, Birmingham is one of the most popular UK universities for postgraduate study.
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