Course Overview
Offered by Bournemouth University, the MA (PG) Social Work provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This Master’s degree is both an academic qualification and a professional qualification. As it is approved by Social Work England you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course. Why study MA Social Work at BU? - This practical degree blends a powerful combination of academic study with essential practical experience - Placements during the course mean you will gain lots of relevant experience operating in real-world settings and will develop strong working relationships with those already in the profession - Our cohorts ... A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC–ABB Minimum 2 A-levels or equivalent. Wide range of vocational qualifications accepted including BTEC Extended Diploma and T Levels. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 76 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £33,000 | £34,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £31,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £31,000 | £37,000 | £43,500 |
UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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About Bournemouth University
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