MA in Social Work (ref. M23)
This course is a unique social work qualifying programme which integrates both theory and practice.
Who is this course for?
Graduates in any discipline who are committed to a future career in social work.
Candidates must have a first degree; at least upper second class division.
Candidates also must have some experience of working within relevant settings.
Aims
• Become a qualified social worker.
• Acquire the knowledge and skills that equip you for social work.
• Undertake assessed social work practice under supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrate attainment of nationally recognised standards in assessed social work practice under supervision and guidance.
• Develop knowledge of theories that inform social work practice, human growth and development, including mental health and the law that is relevant to social work.
• Develop the ability to assess and analyse complex human situations, to evaluate theory and research (including writing a masters dissertation) and to apply the outcomes of research and to reflect on self, relationships and personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Develop the capacity to work therapeutically.
• Develop communication and interpersonal skills with social work service users.
• Develop an understanding of organisational processes.
Time commitment
Two years, full time.
Assessment
Assessment is by coursework and practice assessment of two placements, one in each year.
Leads to the award of the MA qualification as a social worker and eligibility for registration with the GSCC.
How to apply
Through the School of Social Sciences, Media and Cultural Studies, University of East London.
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