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University of Winchester: Social Work
| Institution | University of Winchester |
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| Department | Department of Health and Care Professions |
| Web | http://www.winchester.ac.uk |
| course.enquiries@winchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1962 827234 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The focus of the programme is on working with children, families, young people and adults who may be vulnerable and encounter harm. Fundamental to good practice is your ability to develop critically reflective practice where you are able to respond effectively to different challenges and complex dilemmas in a confident and competent manner. The programme works closely with service users, carers and a wide range of professionals to ensure you gain a deep level of understanding of issues across the social care arena. You gain professional knowledge of human behaviour and social processes in a legal context. You critically explore different forms of oppression and inequality in society and develop key skills to challenge disadvantage and marginalisation. You are encouraged to implement and evaluate social work interventions that engender empowerment and build on people’s strengths. In Year 1, you start to explore key social work concepts and theory, and develop basic professional skills in preparation for your first practice placement at Year 2. By the end of the first year you demonstrate ‘readiness for direct practice’ evidenced through progress in your first year, undertaking a shadowing experience and an interview. Year 2 includes the first practice experience of 70 days. You are placed in a social care agency which has been screened by members of staff and you are supervised by a qualified social work practice educator. On completion of this practice learning opportunity, your performance is assessed. Year 3 is more complex and prepares you for practice in your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). The final 100-day practice experience is supported by teaching in the University. You continue to work under the supervision of a qualified social work practice assessor but are expected to demonstrate increasing skill in your practice, greater ability to integrate theory and practice, assumption of more responsibility and more initiative in the role of student social worker.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Location | Main Site Sparkford Road Winchester SO22 4NR |
Fees
| England | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 17450 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17450 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Science
Summary
Social Work at Winchester is a professional qualification covering the main knowledge, skills and values essential for practising as a newly qualified social worker. Successful completion of this programme makes you eligible to register as a social worker with Social Work England.
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Complete the training necessary to register as a social worker
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Two placements matched to your aptitude and experiences
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Opportunities to learn from service users, carers, and professionals
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The programme is approved by Social Work England
You cover the key knowledge base of social work – social policy, legislation, aspects of psychology and sociology, social work theory, and social work methods and communication. The course provides an introduction to the development of professional identity and the acquisition of professional values. You discuss the complexities and importance of interprofessional working; develop an understanding of the importance of sociological and psychological perspectives across the life course; and gain a critical understanding of different types of interventions underpinned by legislation and social policy. There is a key introductory module which enforces the concept of professional, reflective practice and professional boundaries.
You complete two practice learning placements – 70 days in the first year and 100 days in the second year. Each placement is matched to your needs, aptitude and experiences. On completion of the course, you have a good knowledge of risk and assessment, a clear sense of the opportunities and demands of being a professional social work practitioner, and the skills and knowledge required at a newly qualified level.
Core modules include Psychological Perspectives of the Life Course, The Legal and Professional Knowledge Base of Social Work, Social Work Methods and Interventions and Social Work Practice in Contemporary Society.
Masterclasses offer the chance to learn alongside external practitioners and there are strong links with partner agencies who provide both practice placements and contribute to the teaching and development of the course. Service Users and Carers contribute to your learning throughout the programme.
Accreditation\ This programme is approved by Social Work England which means you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Location | Main Site Sparkford Road Winchester SO22 4NR |
Fees
| Channel Islands;England;Northern Ireland;Wales;Scotland;Republic of Ireland | 9550 GBP for Per year |
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| EU;International | 17450 GBP for Per year |
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