Social Work (Postgraduate Entry)
University of SussexCourse Overview
The PgDip Social Work (Postgraduate Entry) at University of Sussex is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Benefit from a range of stimulating learning opportunities led by academic faculty, experienced practitioners and experts by experience (service users and carers). Working within a supportive study environment, you develop crucial skills for independent and collaborative learning. International tuition fees are £11,300 per year, home/UK fees are £5,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£11,300
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,250
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £34,500 | £36,000 | £37,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £26,000 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £31,500 | £38,500 |
UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
Overall
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