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UndergraduateMaster of ArtsUCAS: L508
Social Work (Postgraduate Entry)
University of LancashirePreston, England
2 yearsDuration
£17,900Per Year (Intl)
£34,000Avg. Graduate Salary
89%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The MA (PG) Social Work (Postgraduate Entry) at University of Lancashire is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Preston, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Course Overview Social workers work with a wide cross-section of society, including some of the most disadvantaged and excluded people. Our MA in Social Work provides a variety of opportunities for you to develop the knowledge, skills and appropriate values to work positively with people who have lived experience of social work practice. Why study with us - Values for ethical and effective social work practice are at the heart of the MA in Social Work course, underpinned by connection to people with lived experience of social work, research and the professional evidence base. International tuition fees are £17,900 per year, home/UK fees are £10,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Social Work Practice and Values
Human Development and Social Context
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Assessment and Intervention in Social Work
Law and Policy for Social Workers
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Practice Placement
Critical Reflection and Professional Development
UCAS Code:L508
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 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
£17,900
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£35,800
Home Student Fee
£10,000
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 Lancashire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £33,000 | £34,000 | £36,000 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £30,000 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £32,000 | £36,500 |
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▼ 17% below UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£33,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
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.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
86%
Overall
Teaching on my course
89%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
86%Organisation and management
87%Learning resources
86%Student voice
78%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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