Ireland

Social Work

Course code: F80
Level: —
Award: Degree - Masters at UK Level 7
Classification: —
Awarding body: Open University
Duration: Minimum 30 months. How long it takes Most students study the MA in Social Work part-time, completing the qualification in 30 months by successfully completing the modules in sequence. The average study time is 12–15 hours each week, but this will be considerably higher during periods of practice-based learning when you will typically be required to attend the placement setting four days per week for up to 25 weeks at a time. You must finish the first two modules of the MA in Social Work within five years and complete the qualification within nine years.

Programme summary

This course will enhance your knowledge of social work theory and legislation, apply your learning to practice, and develop your critical and analytical skills as a qualified practitioner.

Entry requirements

Geographical availability The full masters programme (including the PG Diploma) is available for study in England and Scotland. It is approved as a social work qualifying award in England by Social Work England (SWE), subject to meeting registration requirements, and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), subject to conditions. The MA in Social Work is not currently available for students working in Wales. If you already hold a qualifying Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work from another HEI, you may be eligible for credit transfer to register directly onto the final module in order to 'top up' to the Master of Arts in Social Work. This option will be available across the UK. For entry requirements details go to https://www.open.ac.uk/postgraduate/qualifications/f80

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