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PostgraduateMA

Social Work

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, England
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2 yearsDuration
£21,000Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Manchester Metropolitan University, the MA Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Overview At the heart of social work is the promotion of human rights and social justice, and the protection of individuals and their families. It aims to bring about change through working in partnership with individuals, families and communities often at the point of distress and vulnerability. This two-year, full-time course is designed for students with an undergraduate degree who wish to become registered social work practitioners. International tuition fees are £21,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Social Work Theory and Practice
Human Rights and Social Justice
Professional Skills and Communication
Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Work
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Statutory and Legal Frameworks
Placement and Professional Practice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic5.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,000

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£42,000

Home Student Fee

£9,400

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Manchester Metropolitan University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£26,000£32,000
3 years£17,000£21,000£26,000
5 years£20,000£25,500£33,000
Official Data

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

80%Working
10%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Manchester Metropolitan University

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