Hi there, I'm Luna.
I'm a bit like an AI, except instead of making pictures of people with 16 fingers, I can help you find the perfect course and uni.
Would you like some help in your search?
Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
MA - Master of Arts
Bishop Otter Campus (AC)
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
Select a course option
MA - Master of Arts
Bishop Otter Campus (AC)
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
Select a an exam type
Our MA Social Work course prepares you for a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities that you will encounter in practice. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds, whether you’re a recent graduate or are looking to change careers for something more rewarding. Gain the skills and knowledge needed for current practice You will gain a combination of effective and relevant skills alongside up-to-date knowledge of how to work effectively with children, adults and a wide range of social problems. The MA Social Work course begins with a carefully structured induction programme, before you move on to study modules designed to develop your personal and professional skills. You will be supported throughout by a structured tutorial programme linking university-based learning to practice placements. You will gain a combination of effective and relevant skills alongside up-to-date knowledge of how to work effectively with children, adults and a wide range of social problems. The MA Social Work course begins with a carefully structured induction programme, before you move on to study modules designed to develop your personal and professional skills. You will be supported throughout by a structured tutorial programme linking university-based learning to practice placements. Alongside your academic learning, you will apply theory to practice via placements with our local partners. We have cultivated strong relationships with several local authorities and other agencies, where you will learn to apply your knowledge to real-world situations and a gain a vital insight into the professional life of a social worker. Your tutors ensure that you have excellent academic and personal support throughout your degree, as you gain a firm grounding in the skills, professional theory, and values of the social work profession. We have a long tradition of providing a supportive, student-centred approach to learning and teaching and we believe it is our role to help you develop both personally and professionally throughout your degree. This has culminated in our excellent rating in the National Student Satisfaction survey that has underpinned our well-established reputation for teaching Social Work. This course is approved by social work regulator Social Work England. By the end of the course, you will be eligible to apply to register with Social Work England and begin your career as social work professional.
Entry Requirements Honours degree 2:2 or higher in a related discipline, normally in a social science subject. GCSE C/4 or above in English Language. IELTS 7.0 overall DBS Check MA Social Work applicants are required to have an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check which needs to be paid for before the start of the course. We strongly suggest that all students sign up for the Disclosure and Barring Service update service for which there is a small annual charge, this makes the DBS portable both during and after the degree. Failure to sign up for the update service might require the student to gain a further enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check which will incur additional costs. Interview The interview is designed to assess the applicants suitability for the social work profession. All applicants will be required to attend an interview. Social work experience We typically expect our prospective students to have social work or social care experience of up to six months or equivalent part-time (paid or voluntary). A satisfactory occupational health assessment is required. International students who don't meet the entry requirements If you are an international student and do not yet meet the entry criteria for this course, you may be eligible for our International Premasters Programme. This is a one-semester programme that allows you to progress onto a masters course at the University of Chichester.
Students living in
Rest of World
£16,560 per year
Students from International
Accommodation - Catered with Ensuite (Price 200.62) per week
The University of Chichester is a well-respected academic institution that offers a broad range of postgraduate study programmes across...
