Program Overview
The Social Work at Liverpool John Moores University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Work programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 12,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contemporary Social Work Practice
- Social Work Practice: Theory and Skills
- Law and Social Policy for Practice
- Poverty, Inequality And Social Justice
- Introduction To Research Methods
- 70 day placement (year 1)
- Social Work: Specialist Module
- Dissertation
- 100 day placement (year 2)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- a social conscience coupled with a lively and critical mind
- concern about issues such as child and elder abuse, social exclusion, crime, poverty, physical and mental health and the desire to do something about them
- a desire to enter a profession that works to support problem-solving in human relationships and promotes social change
- an ability to reflect on their personal life experiences and how this has led them to social work as an area of study and possible career
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Liverpool John Moores University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Liverpool John Moores University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months