Glasgow,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSW Social Work in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde
|
Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,100
(c. USD25,456.1)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Why choose this course
By evaluating risks and needs while advocating for social justice, social workers play a vital role in improving lives. There's increasing demand for compassionate professionals with patience, practical abilities, and strong interpersonal skills in this field.
The Master of Social Work (MSW) is a two-year, full-time postgraduate program recognized across the UK. It's anticipated to meet accreditation standards for the EU and other international regions in the future.
Aligned with the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and approved by Scotland's professional regulatory body, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), this program combines academic instruction with practical agency-based learning throughout both years.
Study with us
Frequently serving as the final safeguard for individuals in crisis, social workers create meaningful change for vulnerable populations.
Our MSW program offers:
- Two 90-day placements annually in various social work settings
- Internationally recognized qualifications
- An engaging mix of classroom and field-based learning
- Skills development for effective interventions across diverse service groups
Career opportunities
Qualified social workers enjoy growing appreciation with outstanding advancement prospects. Employment opportunities exist in:
- Local government agencies at all levels
- Nonprofit organizations specializing in complex cases
- Private sector senior roles in residential and community care
- Government advisory positions
- Regulatory bodies ensuring service standards
Common job titles include:
- Criminal Justice Social Worker
- Mental Health Social Worker
- Prison Social Worker
- General Social Worker
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Upper second-class Honours degree, preferably in a social science discipline but graduates in other disciplines with an understanding of social sciences are welcome. Maths National 5 C/Applications of Mathematics National 5 C (or equivalent) or above. Applicants must be able to demonstrate sufficient numerical, statistical and budgetary competence to deal with the demands of study and placement. An English qualification at the minimum of SCQF level 5 or equivalent is also required (or evidence of an Honours Degree). Where English is a second language, an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 overall is required.
Suitable candidates must be able to demonstrate at least six months directly relevant experience in social work, social care, community work or a closely-related activity at the point of application or twelve months equivalent part-time experience. This is compulsory.
In exceptional cases where an applicant does not have a degree, the applicant may be considered if they have extensive professional experience showing career development and can demonstrate academic ability at postgraduate level, equivalent to SCQF Level 10 or above.
Suitable candidates must be able to demonstrate at least six months directly relevant experience in social work, social care, community work or a closely-related activity at the point of application or twelve months equivalent part-time experience. This is compulsory.
In exceptional cases where an applicant does not have a degree, the applicant may be considered if they have extensive professional experience showing career development and can demonstrate academic ability at postgraduate level, equivalent to SCQF Level 10 or above.
Tuition
GBP
19,100