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Professional Social Work Practice MSc

Professional Social Work Practice MSc

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Social Work

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Intro

The Professional Social Work Practice MSc enables practitioners to bring together 180 academic credits they have accrued from continuing professional development (CPD) modules and for these to be formally recognised as having met the threshold of a masters degree.

While it is expected that the majority of credits will have been gained from modules attended at the University of Brighton, it is also recognised that some applicants may have undertaken credit bearing work elsewhere. In view of this, up to 90 academic credits may be transferred in from work completed at other institutions, providing it meets with the University of Brighton’s assessment and examinations regulations and the necessary course specifications.

As a CPD award, the Professional Social Work Practice MSc is not accredited by Social Work England or other professional, statutory or regulatory body. However, anyone wishing to apply must still hold current registration with Social Work England.

Careers

This MSc will advance you to the highest levels of the PCF and of social work practice. You will be more likely to secure a position as a strategic social work educator, a principal social worker or a strategic social work manager, depending on your chosen specialism.

Modules

The only module of the MSc, Research in Advanced Social Work Practice: The Dissertation, is a substantial assessment of Level 7 study. It develops your ability to carry out research independently, to evaluate research and its implications for practice, and to commission and manage the research of other social workers.

Tuition fees

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Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have: a first degree, or accredited prior learning (APL); a recognised social work qualification; registration with Social Work England as a social worker; a minimum of 15 hours per week dedicated to professional social work practice in a leadership role; the agreement of an employer to facilitate relevant experience and supervision.

University information

Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a buzzing multi-campus university with a diverse student body, which includes over 3,000 postgraduate students. The city of Brighton is famous for its rich heritage and inclusive environment. The university’s postgraduate students can expect to become part of Brighton’s diverse, dynamic, and highly creative community. Both teaching and research at Brighton is modelled...more

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