MA in Social Work
Open University
Key Information
Campus location
Online United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
30 Months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 11,980
Application deadline
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Introduction
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. The subject matter is interdisciplinary, derived from psychology, sociology, social policy, law and social work studies. It includes an embedded, professionally qualifying Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work, which has been approved as a qualifying award for social workers in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Key features of the course
- Approved as a social work qualifying award in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
- Includes a compulsory residential weekend or online alternative, three workshops and two substantive work-based practice placements supervised by a practice educator
- Equips you to engage in critical and reflective professional practice, according to the Standards for Social Work Education and Codes of Practice and Conduct for the nation in which you train
- Includes a work-based project that develops your knowledge of a particular field in social work practice and leads to recommendations for improvement in your personal/work-based context.
Program Outcome
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Curriculum
Course details
To gain this qualification you require:
180 credits from the following compulsory modules which must be studied in the order listed below.
- Developing social work practice (K832)
- Advancing social work practice (K833)
- Advancing professional practice (K805)
When studying Developing social work practice (K832) and Advancing social work practice (K833), you’ll be required to attend compulsory practice skills workshops.
From October 2022, Advancing professional practice (K805) replaces Transforming professional practice (KXK829).
You should note that the University’s unique study rule applies to this qualification. This means that you must include at least 60 credits from OU modules that have not been counted in any other OU qualification that has previously been awarded to you.