Birmingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Social Work in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
|
Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,310
(c. USD31,102.53)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The University of Birmingham's MA in Social Work delivers a practice-oriented and enlightening educational journey. You'll learn from distinguished faculty while gaining direct insights from service users, caregivers, and professionals, graduating fully equipped to launch a deeply meaningful career. During these difficult periods, social workers have proven indispensable. They work tirelessly with at-risk individuals, families, and communities to uphold human rights and create lasting positive impacts on people's lives.
Our program readies students for professional practice through evidence-based instruction, ethics-driven education, and hands-on fieldwork. The curriculum integrates essential competencies, knowledge, and principles for modern social work, enhanced by two practical placements that allow you to apply classroom learning. Based in Muirhead Tower, students enjoy access to cutting-edge teaching technologies.
Earning a social work degree opens doors to diverse opportunities in both social services and humanitarian efforts, both in the UK and internationally. Our qualifications hold global recognition in nations including Australia, Canada, and Hong Kong - all regions experiencing growing demand for skilled social workers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The entry requirement is an upper second-class (2.1) honours degree classification or higher. Applicants with a 2:2 degree classification may be considered, on a case-by-case basis, if they have further related postgraduate study or extensive professional experience. Normally, this would be a minimum of 2 years of significant and relevant social work or social care experience.
We also require GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or certificated equivalent level two numeracy and literacy qualification.
A minimum of 30 days related practice-based experience. This can be in a variety of fields and does not have to be in a social work setting. Personal experience may count towards your practice-based experience but it is important that you are able to evidence some practice-based experience alongside this. This must show a sustained commitment, evidenced by a practice-based reference. If you do not fulfil these requirements or want further advice, please contact us directly.
IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band
TOEFL: 95 overall with no less than 22 in any band
Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced or Proficiency minimum overall score of 185, with no less than 176 in any component
We also require GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or certificated equivalent level two numeracy and literacy qualification.
A minimum of 30 days related practice-based experience. This can be in a variety of fields and does not have to be in a social work setting. Personal experience may count towards your practice-based experience but it is important that you are able to evidence some practice-based experience alongside this. This must show a sustained commitment, evidenced by a practice-based reference. If you do not fulfil these requirements or want further advice, please contact us directly.
IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band
TOEFL: 95 overall with no less than 22 in any band
Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced or Proficiency minimum overall score of 185, with no less than 176 in any component
Tuition
GBP
23,310