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UndergraduateMaster of Social WorkUCAS: L508

Master of Social Work (MSW) [Postgraduate Entry]

The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
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2 yearsDuration
N/ATuition Fee
£40,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the MSW Master of Social Work (MSW) [Postgraduate Entry] provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. This programme offers you a professional qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council and The Health and Care Professions Council, and eligibility for registration as a social worker. You’ll gain a fundamental understanding of the theory and practice that underpins all work in the field, splitting your time between theoretical learning on campus and practical work in various learning environments. The programme is approved by the Scottish Social Services Council, complies with the Scottish Requirements for Social Work Training and enables you to meet the Standards in Soc... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £32,000 within three years, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Social Work Practice and Values
Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan
Systemic Theory and Family Dynamics
Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Work
Child Protection and Safeguarding
Social Policy and Legislation
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Placement and Reflective Practice
UCAS Code:L508
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

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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 — The University of Edinburgh

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£37,000£40,000£42,000
3 years£21,000£32,000£33,500
5 years£24,500£34,500£37,000

UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£33,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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