Program Overview
The Social Work at The University of Winchester is a MSc 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 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Winchester, 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
- Introduction to Professional Social Work
- The Legal and Professional Knowledge Base of Social Work
- Professional Social Work: Methods and Interventions
- Research in Practice
- First Practice Placement
- Cultural Competence in Social Work Practice
- Social Work Risk and Assessment
- Social Work in Contemporary Society
- Writing for Publication
- Second Practice Placement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A first or higher second-class Honours degree in a relevant subject\xc2\xa0
- A GCSE A*-C pass in English and Mathematics, or equivalent
- A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check is required on acceptance of the offer of a place.
- Initial assessment of Fitness/Suitability to Practise, including relevant medical information; and a self-declaration form must be completed by applicants
- Prior social care experience in either a paid or voluntary capacity in a relevant setting - community care, youth justice or another setting where caring or teaching is a feature in order to demonstrate an informed decision to embark on a career in social work
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Winchester 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 The University of Winchester
The University of Winchester
Winchester, United Kingdong
The University of Winchester is a public research university based in the city of Winchester, Hampshire, England. The university has origins tracing back to 1840 as a teacher training college, but...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 24 months