
Course Overview
Offered by Cardiff University, the MSc Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. Gain the knowledge, skills and qualification you need to practice as a social worker in Wales, the wider UK and many countries around the world. Our MSc or PgDip in Social Work programme will develop your skills, knowledge and values so that you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, groups and communities, while advocating for social justice and human rights. Our curriculum focuses on building your skills, knowledge and confidence to practice. - Foundational skills: You’ll gain the essential abilities to work effectively with individuals, families,... A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | To be considered for our programme, you’ll need to meet all the entry requirements. Your application cannot be progressed if the information and evidence listed here is not provided. With your online application, you need to provide: A copy of your degree certificate which shows you have achieved a 2:2 honours degree in any subject, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcripts or provisional certificates. A personal |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 80 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,700
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,950
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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