Social Work

Course Overview

Offered by University of Brighton, the MSc Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This intensive programme is for graduates from any discipline wishing to train and qualify as social workers. Through a combination of academic and professional modules, you will focus on both the social science knowledge base of social work, and on developing your practice-relevant knowledge, skills and values through 200 days of practical learning. Taught by qualified social workers with a range of practice specialisms and research interests, this course offers exciting opportunities to learn alongside students from related professional disciplines including occupational therapy, teaching... A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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