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Liverpool John Moores University · Postgraduate
20% off feesscholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
2 yearsDuration
£18,250Per Year (Intl)
£4,260Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Liverpool John Moores University, the MA Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Liverpool, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Qualify as a social worker on LJMU's Social Work MA, which is approved by Social Work England and caters for all service users in many settings. - Develop the necessary knowledge and skills to practice as a qualified social worker in a range of settings - Bursaries and funding support available for eligible applicants to help cover the cost of the course - Learn from experienced social work practitioners - Benefit from two key work placements - Enjoy a wide range of teaching and assessment techniques - Social Work education at Liverpool John Moores University is provided in collab... International tuition fees are £18,250 per year, home/UK fees are £4,260 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission.
What You'll Learn
Social Work Practice and Values
Assessment and Intervention in Social Work
Law and Policy for Social Work Practice
Working with Vulnerable Populations
Research Methods in Social Work
Professional Communication and Report Writing
Placement and Practice Learning
Advanced Social Work Supervision and Leadership
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,250
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£36,500
Home Student Fee
£4,260
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.
💰 Graduate Salaries — Liverpool John Moores University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,500 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £25,500 | £30,500 |
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
79%Working
7%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
84%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About Liverpool John Moores University
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