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, Quantitative Methods AND/OR Qualitative Methods*, Social Policy Dissertation OR Social Work Dissertation (MSc only)
- Students on the International Social Welfare pathway can take one or both of these Research Methods classes. Students who choose one Methods class can select two Optional classes. Students who choose two Methods classes should select one Optional Class.
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
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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