Course summary

Why study MA Social Work with us? This course offers an immersive integration of practice and research, approved by Social Work England. Through an accelerated and innovative approach, this programme provides an intensive learning experience, fostering competent and enthusiastic social work practitioners equipped for the dynamic challenges of this profession. With strong ties to local employers, your learning includes co-delivery by practicing social workers and service users, offering real-world insights into this vital field. You'll benefit from high-quality placements in various statutory and voluntary settings, ensuring a well-rounded education for a fulfilling career. What will you learn? You will study various social work theories and acquire skills to apply them across different contexts. The curriculum encompasses psychosocial perspectives, sociology, psychology, and human development, emphasizing relationship-based and systemic theories. Gain an in-depth understanding of legislation and its practical application. The course maps against the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) Standards of Proficiency (SoPs) and the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for both children and adults. Extensive skills training, including communication and conflict management, prepares you for direct practice, enhanced through two placements. In the final year, apply research skills and knowledge in a dissertation. How do we support your career development? Upon completion, graduates become registered social workers, equipped to engage with vulnerable groups across various settings. Our alumni have excelled in roles involving older adults, teenagers with mental health concerns, young offenders, and more. With employment opportunities spanning local authorities, charities, and private sectors, we foster relationships with placement partners in London boroughs and beyond, ensuring diverse career prospects and valuable industry connections for our Social Work graduates. Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/