Course summary
The Master in Social Work (Hons) is a professional qualification which entitles you to apply to register as a social worker: a challenging and rewarding career. This four-year course, which includes two years of postgraduate study, provides an advanced alternative to standard three-year BA Social Work degrees. You'll gain a Masters-level qualification which is highly valued by employers. You'll have opportunities to gain experience on placements in three diverse social work settings and receive a broader grounding in the social sciences. Through a carefully tailored programme of coursework and practical learning, you'll gain the knowledge and skills required as a professional social worker. You will develop abilities that enable you to join a rapidly changing and fast-paced profession. The integration of practice, theory and research means you will be a competent and critically reflective social worker, able to make informed judgements based on sound analysis, often in unpredictable circumstances. You will develop professional skills and knowledge to improve the lives of vulnerable people. Service users and carers contribute directly to our teaching, giving you an unparalleled insight into the complexities of social work. You'll gain the ability to face complex and difficult human situations with confidence, creativity, compassion and integrity. You'll learn to work alongside people and to incorporate principles of social justice into your everyday practice. Join a thriving department, internationally recognised for its teaching and research excellence and gain a solid foundation from which to begin your professional journey. Accreditation After completing this degree you can apply to register as a social worker with Social Work England.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L507
- Institution code:
- Y50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 24 credits
Scottish Higher
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 31 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - B
Extended Project - C
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - M2, M2, M2
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDM
T Level
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/msocw-social-work/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Other
GCSE (or equivalent) English at grade C/4. An offer of a place will also be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a satisfactory health declaration. Experience working in social care, health care or related voluntary work would be advantageous.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We require IELTS 7.0, with a minimum 7.0 in each component or equivalent. Please refer to the English Language requirements for your course: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/msocw-social-work/#entry
English Language requirements
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/applying/entry/english-language/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £23700 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £23700 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of York
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD