MA Social Work

The Social Work MA course provided by the University of Birmingham offers an intensive, two-year full-time program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to start a career in social work. Rooted in both academia and practical application, the course provides an immersive experience that includes placements in social work settings where theoretical learning can be put into practice. Course Content: The curriculum encompasses a broad base of knowledge relating to social work, including theory, law, and policies affecting social work practice, as well as a thorough grounding in professional practice, standards, and ethics. The course aims to equip students with a solid understanding of methods and models of practice, and the significance of research in social work application. Key Modules: Some of the key modules includes Theories and Context of Social Work, Skills for Social Work, Practice Learning, and Child and Family Social Work. These modules are designed to provide a comprehensive and practical learning experience.Accreditations: Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to apply for registration as a social worker with Social Work England, the professional regulator for social workers in England.Future Careers: This course prepares students for careers in a range of social work settings, including statutory, voluntary, private, and independent sectors. The course gives graduates the confidence and competence to work with some of the most vulnerable and excluded people in society, in a range of complex and challenging situations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.