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Social Work MSc

University of Dundee

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    22 Months

Course summary

This postgraduate qualification combines theory and practice to provide you with the professional accreditation needed for a career in social work or a related profession.Aimed at graduates from all disciplines, it reflects the multi-disciplinary, professional context of 21st century social work.The course will provide you with a fundamental understanding of the theory and practice that underpins professional social work as a profession. Over the course of your studies you will split your time between learning on campus and learning in practice placements.A key aspect of the course is how we engage and involve people who have experience of using services and social work professionals in our teaching.We emphasise research-based practice and our teaching team includes leading researchers in a broad range of areas, including health and social care integration, disability, criminal justice, and child protection. Their expertise informs every aspect of our teaching.We will help you develop a strong professional identity, enabling you to function competently and confidently in multi-disciplinary settings, and to strive for social justice.Placements are an integral part of this course. On placement you will be attached to a social work practice setting and will be under the supervision of a practice educator. Throughout your studies you will have three practice placements comprising a total of 200 days on placement. You will also have periods when your return to the University and your personal tutor will provide regular support, including visiting you, while on placement.We have links with a wide range of agencies across the statutory, voluntary, and private sectors. This allows us to provide you with practice learning opportunities that not only enable you to apply your learning in practice, but also introduces you to a network of professional contacts.

Tuition fees

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£ 1,825month

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University information

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

  • University League Table

    25th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Nethergate, Dundee, Dundee City, DD1 4HN, United Kingdom

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You'll get a highly valued and recognised education in a multicultural study destination and be supported by a global community of friendly staff and students.
There are places of worship in and around campus, international food stores across the city, and a range of international student societies.
Scholarships are available to help eligible students get the most from their studies, and there is dedicated support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    12th out of 75 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 178
    152 85%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    42nd

    22

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.26 82%

    29th

    2

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