Royal Holloway, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This course runs in close partnership with social work and social care agencies and local authorities based in inner and outer London boroughs as well as neighbouring counties where you will benefit from two practice learning placements – experiencing the world of social work first hand, learning from direct practice with qualified practitioners, service users, carers and other professionals. Practice based learning is integrated with college-based teaching and learning throughout the programme. The combination of a taught and practice curriculum breaks down barriers between practice, policy and research, meaning you will emerge from the course as a critically reflective practitioner who can work for the most vulnerable in society within an anti-oppressive framework. The Department of Social Work has a longstanding tradition of providing excellent social work education and training and has produced a wide range of research that has been highly influential in the development of social work practice. On completion of the MSc, you will have advanced knowledge of:
- sociology, psychology, social policy and law and their application to social work practice
- the contribution and application of social research to social work theories and practice
- the range of statutory, voluntary and private welfare organisations within social work agencies and in health, housing and educational environments
- the range of theories and methods needed for effective social work practice
- the social and individual origins of a typical range of needs presented to social work agencies
- values and ethics relevant to social work practice based on social justice
- the significance of inequalities and difference in working with organisations and social service users
- the significance of cultural diversity and anti-discriminatory practice in working with organisations, service users and carers.
Modules
Practice Learning 1 (this module has no credits, but is an essential requirement for social work qualification) Human Behaviour in the Social Environment Social Policy for Social Workers Theories and Knowledge for Social Work Practice Law for Social Workers Practice Learning 2 (this module has no credits, but is an essential requirement for social work qualification) Critical Social Work Research Methods and Dissertation Understanding and Working in Organisations
Assessment method
Assessment is carried out by a variety of methods including coursework, examinations, presentations and a dissertation. 30 days on social work skills are integrated across the two-year programme. Students are also required to successfully complete one 70-day and one 100-day practice-learning placement and attend all the mandatory skills sessions.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- L508
- Institution code:
- R72
- 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
UK 2:1 (Honours) or equivalent and Grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills Maths and English are regarded as an acceptable equivalent). 6 months full time or 12 months part-time relevant experience is required. Applicants with 2:2 (Honours) degree classification and extensive relevant experience will be considered. To complete your application you will need to submit: A copy of your degree certificate if you have completed your degree A copy of your Mathematics and English results at Key Skills level 2 or GCSE level A copy of your CV to include the duration and responsibilities of any voluntary work, part-time work and full-time work you have completed
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/postgraduate/social-work/social-work/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £20800 | Year 1 |
| England | £9800 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9800 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9800 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9800 | Year 1 |
| International | £20800 | Year 1 |
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
The tuition fee for UK undergraduates is controlled by Government regulations. The fee for the academic year 2024/25 is £9,250 and is provided here as a guide. The fee for UK undergraduates starting in 2025/26 has not yet been set, but will be advertised here once confirmed.
This figure is the fee for EU and international students starting a degree in the academic year 2025/26.
Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually for overseas fee-paying students. The increase for continuing students who start their degree in 2025/26 will be 5%. For further information see fees and funding and the terms and conditions.
These estimated costs relate to studying this particular degree at Royal Holloway during the 2025/26 academic year and are included as a guide. Costs, such as accommodation, food, books and other learning materials and printing, have not been included.
Provider information
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham
TW20 0EX