MSc in Social Work
University of Winchester
Key Information
Campus location
Winchester, United Kingdom
Languages
Armenian
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 15,350 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
- Complete the training necessary to register as a social worker
- Two placements matched to your aptitude and experiences
- Opportunities to learn from service users, carers, and professionals
- The programme is approved by Social Work England
Social Work at Winchester is a professional qualification covering the main knowledge, skills and values essential for practising as a newly qualified social worker. Successful completion of this programme makes you eligible to register as a social worker with Social Work England.
You cover the key knowledge base of social work – social policy, legislation, aspects of psychology and sociology, social work theory, and social work methods and communication. The course provides an introduction to the development of professional identity and the acquisition of professional values. You discuss the complexities and importance of interprofessional working; develop an understanding of the importance of sociological and psychological perspectives across the life course; and gain a critical understanding of different types of interventions underpinned by legislation and social policy. There is a key introductory module which enforces the concept of professional, reflective practice and professional boundaries.
You complete two practice learning placements – 70 days in the first year and 100 days in the second year. Each placement is matched to your needs, aptitude and experiences. Upon completion of the course, you have a good knowledge of risk and assessment, a clear sense of the opportunities and demands of being a professional social work practitioner, and the skills and knowledge required at a newly qualified level.
Core modules include Psychological Perspectives of the Life Course, The Legal and Professional Knowledge Base of Social Work, Social Work Methods and Interventions and Social Work Practice in Contemporary Society.
Masterclasses offer the chance to learn alongside external practitioners and there are strong links with partner agencies who provide both practice placements and contribute to the teaching and development of the course. Service Users and Carers contribute to your learning throughout the programme.
Accreditation
This programme is approved by Social Work England which means you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as a social worker on successful completion of the course.
Our MSc Social Work programme will be undergoing Social Work England's reapproval process during 2022/23.
Admissions
Curriculum
Level 1 (Level 7)
- Readiness for Practice 0
- Foundations for Professional Practice 10
- Psychological Perspectives of the Life Course 10
- Social Work Methods and Interventions 10
- The Legal and Professional Knowledge Base of Social Work 10
- First Practice Placement 30
Year 2 (Level 7)
- Risk, Assessment & Safeguarding Work 10
- Social Work Practice in Contemporary Society 10
- Final Practice Placement 30
- Research Methods and Writing for Publication 60
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work with any service user or carer group across the profession, ranging from work in the statutory sector for both children and adults to roles within the voluntary and independent sectors.