Course summary
The Masters in International Social Welfare is distinctive in the ways in which it: develops a conceptual and theoretical understanding of global social issues, with a particular focus on the role of social work and social policy in addressing poverty and inequality and promoting human rights, social justice and social development, provides a knowledge and understanding that will enable you to work in a variety of different social work and social development settings at local, national and international levels. You'll be encouraged to develop a critical understanding of global social issues and relate this knowledge to developments in a context of relevance to you, be that your own country or profession. Case study material from a variety of social work and social policy settings will provide a unique opportunity to explore the complexities, challenges and dilemmas experienced by professionals in the fields of social work and social policy.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Welfare Concepts & Ideas, Comparative Social Policy and Welfare Systems, International Social Work: Themes and Perspectives Choose one or both of the following classes. If you choose one Methods class, select two Optional Classes, if you choose two, select one of the Optional classes: Quantitative Methods, Qualitative Methods. Optional classes: Risk and Protection in Organisational Contexts, Theory and Practice (Social Work), Prisons, Power & Punishment, Policy Analysis, Health Policy in an International Context, International Institutions and Regimes, The Contexts of Criminal Justice Research, Contemporary Issues in Criminology, Comparative Public Policy, Contemporary International Relations, Economic Appraisal and Modelling, International Social Welfare Project.
Assessment method
Our assessment methods include: essays, exams, practise assessments
Entry requirements
First-class or second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in any discipline. Entry may be possible with other qualifications, where the applicant has relevant work experience.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Scotland | £7300 | Year 1 |
| England | £7300 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7300 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7300 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7300 | Year 1 |
| International | £16400 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ