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University of Chester · Postgraduate
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2 yearsDuration
£19,000Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by University of Chester, the MA Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Warrington, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. Social workers work closely with other organisations to support and protect children and adults from harm, and to effect personal and social change. Studying social work at the University of Chester will offer you an opportunity to develop the skills needed to perform as a social work practitioner in today’s challenging and unpredictable landscape. Both our full-time and part-time programmes are regulated and approved by Social Work England. International tuition fees are £19,000 per year, home/UK fees are £4,052 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 73% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Social Work Practice and Values
Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan
Assessment and Intervention in Social Work
Child Protection and Safeguarding
Adult Social Work and Mental Health
Research Methods for Social Work Practice
Social Policy and Legislation
Integrated Practice Learning and Professional Development
Academic Year:2027-28 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 70 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,000
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£38,000
Home Student Fee
£4,052
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 — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £26,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £17,500 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £25,000 | £31,000 |
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
90%Working
5%Work & Study
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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