Course Overview
Offered by University of Winchester, the MSc Social Work provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Winchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The focus of the programme is on working with children, families, young people and adults who may be vulnerable and encounter harm. Fundamental to good practice is your ability to develop critically reflective practice where you are able to respond effectively to different challenges and complex dilemmas in a confident and competent manner. The programme works closely with service users, carers and a wide range of professionals to ensure you gain a deep level of understanding of issues across the social care arena. International tuition fees are £17,450 per year, home/UK fees are £9,550 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Typical offer A first or second-class honours degree Entry requirements UK International A first or second-class honours degree Normally a first or second-class Honours degree. Applicants who do not satisfy the normal entry requirements may be admitted to the programme, provided that they can demonstrate an aptitude for the professional role and demonstrate an understanding of the role of social workers. Applicants are required to have gained GCSE passes at Grade C (Grade 4 if completed from sum |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,450
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,550
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 Winchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £26,500 | £31,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,000 | £32,500 |
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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