MA Social Work
Bournemouth University
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MA - Master of Arts

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Lansdowne Campus

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Lansdowne Campus

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This Master’s degree is both an academic qualification and a professional qualification. As it is approved by Social Work England you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course. This course is ranked 1st in its subject area for the second year running according to the 2021 and 2022 Guardian League tables. This practical degree blends a powerful combination of academic study with essential practical experience.Statutory placements ...Read more

This Master’s degree is both an academic qualification and a professional qualification. As it is approved by Social Work England you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course. This course is ranked 1st in its subject area for the second year running according to the 2021 and 2022 Guardian League tables. This practical degree blends a powerful combination of academic study with essential practical experience.Statutory placements throughout the course mean you will gain lots of relevant experience operating in real-world settings and will develop strong working relationships with those already in the profession. Thanks to our close ties with neighbouring local authority social services departments and local voluntary sector agencies you can network with employers and potential future colleagues. You’ll leave us equipped with the specialist knowledge and practical skills needed to deal with issues in areas including child protection, fostering and adoption, adult safeguarding, mental health, substance use, hospital discharge and disability. Newly built skills facilities include various simulated community home settings, allowing you to learn and practice before going on placement.UCAS Code:L501

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55/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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22nd
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72nd
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SR
Student Reviewer
12 Feb 26

The most meaningful aspect of my university experience has been the transformation in how I understand both the world and myself. Studying Social Work has not simply been about..Read more

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Laura
02 Feb 26

Bournemouth is a great place to study, the university buildings have such a lovely feel to them and the student's union has so much on...Read more

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Entry requirements

Students need to have a bachelors honours degree with 2:1 in any subject, or equivalent. Applicants with a 2:2 will be considered if they have strong relevant work experience.

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£9,000 per year

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£9,000 per year

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£18,500 per year

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£18,500 per year

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SR
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12 Feb 26
MA Social Work
The most meaningful aspect of my university experience has been the transformation in how I understand both the world and myself. Studying Social Work has not simply been about...
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Laura
02 Feb 26
Social Work
Bournemouth is a great place to study, the university buildings have such a lovely feel to them and the student's union has so much on....
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