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MSW Social Work

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    MSW - Master of Social Work

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Study with us Often a last line of defence for people in crisis, social workers make an immense difference in the lives of those in need.The Masters in Social Work (MSW) provides an initial qualifying programme in social work, validated by the Scottish Social Services Council. The course offers:placements of 90 days in each year of the course in a range of social work service settingsa qualification recognised outside the UKa stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both yearsthe opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required to make effective interventions in the lives of a range of service groups Why this course? Through assessing risk and need, promoting social justice and promoting social justice, social workers make an immense contribution to people's lives. We are also seeing growing demand for dedicated social workers with empathy, patience, practical skills and social skills. The MSW in Social Work is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree course recognised throughout the UK. In due course, it’s expected to meet the criteria for recognition in the EU and elsewhere overseas. Based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), the course provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.

Tuition fees

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£ 19,300per year

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University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    38th

  • Campus address

    John Anderson Campus, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1XQ, United Kingdom

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    19th out of 73 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 181
    181 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    53rd

    21

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    50th

    11

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