MA Social Work
University of Salford
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This course opens up a challenging and rewarding career in social work, social justice, and political activism within the diverse field of social care. This nationally and internationally recognised qualification equips graduates to work in the voluntary, statutory, and private sectors within fields such as policy, therapeutic intervention, research, and management. We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an MA in Social Work that develops critical analysis, open debate, and the ...Read more

This course opens up a challenging and rewarding career in social work, social justice, and political activism within the diverse field of social care. This nationally and internationally recognised qualification equips graduates to work in the voluntary, statutory, and private sectors within fields such as policy, therapeutic intervention, research, and management. We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an MA in Social Work that develops critical analysis, open debate, and the questioning and dismantling of conceptual frameworks. If you want professional social work training founded on principles of empowerment and social justice, look no further. You will qualify as a professional social worker while gaining a master's degree. This programme is accredited by Social Work England, the professional regulatory body for social workers in England. You will: Learn integrated knowledge, theory, research, and practical understanding to use in your professional practice. Study a programme designed collaboratively with service users, practitioners, carers, students, and academic staff. Develop skills to enable you to have a challenging and rewarding career in social work.

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93/279
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20th
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79th
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11 Feb 25

parking is really difficult to get to, often making us late to lectures...Read more

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Entry requirements

Students should have an undergraduate honours degree normally at 2:1 or above. 2:2 qualifications will be considered with relevant work experience and will be assessed on a case by case basis. GCSE or equivalent: English at grade 4/C or above.

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£9,360 per year

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£17,520 per year

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£17,520 per year

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Rhiannon
11 Feb 25
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11 Feb 25
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