MA Social Work
University of Greater Manchester
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MA - Master of Arts

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University of Bolton

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MA - Master of Arts

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Social work is a varied and rewarding profession centred on people. It offers careers working with children, young people and adults, supporting families, care leavers and older people, as well as those with mental health issues, learning difficulties or physical disabilities. As a social worker, youll work in multidisciplinary environments alongside professionals from other agencies, such as housing services, the police and health and social care teams, to empower individuals, families and ...Read more

Social work is a varied and rewarding profession centred on people. It offers careers working with children, young people and adults, supporting families, care leavers and older people, as well as those with mental health issues, learning difficulties or physical disabilities. As a social worker, youll work in multidisciplinary environments alongside professionals from other agencies, such as housing services, the police and health and social care teams, to empower individuals, families and communities within society.Our MA Social Work focuses on helping you learn to use your professional judgement and build relationships, both with the individuals and communities you serve as well as with colleagues from other professions and services. Our passionate and knowledgeable staff will support you to develop a sound knowledge of social work theory, models, legislation, policy, ethics and interventions that will underpin your professional decision-making. Well cover areas such as the impact of injustice, demography, social inequality, safeguarding and the signs of harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Well guide you as you gain key skills, values and behaviours, including professional curiosity, interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, leadership, research and critical reflection, partnership working, self-care and resilience, record keeping, and workload management.Our focus is on preparing you to become a confident, highly competent, compassionate and professional social worker. On successful completion of this qualification, youll be able to use your professional expertise to work, assess, plan, implement, evaluate and intervene, putting the needs of people first, and ensuring their voice is central to decision making. Youll be ready to maintain professional and ethical standards while supporting positive change in people's lives to improve their wellbeing and independence.

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25/101
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108th
What students say
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Joanne
02 Feb 24

It's a great campus with lots of modern aspects, it's warm in winter which always helps! The study pods and silent areas are a great idea. Later start times, say 9.30am would help..Read more

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Lisa
30 Jan 24

The overall experience has been great so far. Both staff and fellow students are friendly, supportive and helpful. I love the attention they give to how a course is taught and how..Read more

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Entry requirements

You should have at least an upper second class honours degree (2.1) in any subject (or equivalent). We may consider applicants with a lower second class honours degree (2.2) in certain circumstances. You should also have GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent) in English Language. While you dont need to have prior experience, some experience of working in a helping capacity would be an advantage.

Tuition fees

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£4,248 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Home students starting this course in the first year will be required to pay a Home fee of £4,248 for the academic year 2024/25. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£15,950 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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Overseas students starting this course in the first year will be required to pay a Overseas fee of £15,950 for the academic year 2024/25. EU nationals who meet residency requirements (have settled or pre-settled status) may be eligible for 'Home' fee status. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£15,950 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Overseas students starting this course in the first year will be required to pay a Overseas fee of £15,950 for the academic year 2024/25. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

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Latest reviews

Latest Social Work reviews

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Joanne
02 Feb 24
Social Work BA (Hons)
It's a great campus with lots of modern aspects, it's warm in winter which always helps! The study pods and silent areas are a great idea. Later start times, say 9.30am would help...
Read more
L
Lisa
30 Jan 24
MA Social Work
The overall experience has been great so far. Both staff and fellow students are friendly, supportive and helpful. I love the attention they give to how a course is taught and how...
Read more
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University of Greater Manchester
Deane Road Bolton BL3 5AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bolton  0.2 miles away
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