University of Sunderland: Social Work

Name: Social Work
Availability: InStock
Author: University of Sunderland

Institution	University of Sunderland
Department	Social Sciences
Web	http://www.sunderland.ac.uk
Email	student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk
Telephone	0191 515 3000
Study type	Taught

Summary

Make a real difference to some of the most marginalised and at-risk people in society. Help disadvantaged people access essential social services. Begin an extremely rewarding career in social work.

As a social worker you will have opportunities to make a real difference to some of the most marginalised and vulnerable people in society. You could take your career in a number of directions such as working in child protection, with young people in care, older people, people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health difficulties, homeless people, people with drug dependencies or with any other group of people with specialist needs.

MA Social Work combines classroom learning and practical experience. You'll study the context of social work, legal and policy frameworks, social work theory, psychological and sociological theory, power, discrimination and anti-oppressive practice. You will consolidate this theoretical knowledge with two placements to put your learning into practice.

MA

Full-Time, 2 years starts Sep 2026

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent, or 2:2 if you also have a relevant postgraduate qualification. You also need Grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent qualifications. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 7.0 in all components. To apply for this degree you must have experience (voluntary or paid) in a social care setting. You can include placements which you have undertaken as part of college, but we do expect more experience than this. Experience could include volunteering during weekends, evenings, or holidays. We may also consider any relevant personal experience you might have. You should clearly describe your experience in the personal statement section of your application and show how this relates to a career in social work. Social work involves working with some of the most vulnerable people in society, and social work education is regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council. We must therefore be satisfied that you are 'fit to practise' before we can accept you onto this degree course.
Location	Sir Tom Cowie Campus St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD

Part-Time, 4 years starts Sep 2026

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent, or 2:2 if you also have a relevant postgraduate qualification. You also need Grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent qualifications. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 7.0 in all components. To apply for this degree you must have experience (voluntary or paid) in a social care setting. You can include placements which you have undertaken as part of college, but we do expect more experience than this. Experience could include volunteering during weekends, evenings, or holidays. We may also consider any relevant personal experience you might have. You should clearly describe your experience in the personal statement section of your application and show how this relates to a career in social work. Social work involves working with some of the most vulnerable people in society, and social work education is regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council. We must therefore be satisfied that you are 'fit to practise' before we can accept you onto this degree course.
Location	Sir Tom Cowie Campus St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD

Full-Time, 2 years started Sep 2025

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent, or 2:2 if you also have a relevant postgraduate qualification. You also need Grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent qualifications. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 7.0 in all components. To apply for this degree you must have experience (voluntary or paid) in a social care setting. You can include placements which you have undertaken as part of college, but we do expect more experience than this. Experience could include volunteering during weekends, evenings, or holidays. We may also consider any relevant personal experience you might have. You should clearly describe your experience in the personal statement section of your application and show how this relates to a career in social work. Social work involves working with some of the most vulnerable people in society, and social work education is regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council. We must therefore be satisfied that you are 'fit to practise' before we can accept you onto this degree course.
Location	Sir Tom Cowie Campus St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD

Part-Time, 4 years started Sep 2025

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent, or 2:2 if you also have a relevant postgraduate qualification. You also need Grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent qualifications. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 7.0 in all components. To apply for this degree you must have experience (voluntary or paid) in a social care setting. You can include placements which you have undertaken as part of college, but we do expect more experience than this. Experience could include volunteering during weekends, evenings, or holidays. We may also consider any relevant personal experience you might have. You should clearly describe your experience in the personal statement section of your application and show how this relates to a career in social work. Social work involves working with some of the most vulnerable people in society, and social work education is regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council. We must therefore be satisfied that you are 'fit to practise' before we can accept you onto this degree course.
Location	Sir Tom Cowie Campus St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD

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