MSW Social Work

University of Strathclyde

Often a last line of defence for people in crisis, social workers make an immense difference in the lives of those in need.The Masters in Social Work (MSW) provides an initial qualifying programme in social work, validated by the Scottish Social Services Council. The course offers:placements of 90 days in each year of the course in a range of social work service settingsa qualification recognised outside the UKa stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both yearsthe opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required to make effective interventions in the lives of a range of service groupsThrough assessing risk and need, promoting social justice and promoting social justice, social workers make an immense contribution to people's lives. We are also seeing growing demand for dedicated social workers with empathy, patience, practical skills and social skills.The MSW in Social Work is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree course recognised throughout the UK. In due course, it’s expected to meet the criteria for recognition in the EU and elsewhere overseas.Based on the Standards in Social Work Education (SiSWE) and validated by social work's professional body in Scotland, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), the course provides a stimulating blend of university-based teaching and agency-based learning opportunities across both years.