Social Work
Entry requirements
Entry requirements vary. For more information and details on how to apply, read more about The Open University's MA in Social Work.
Months of entry
February
Course content
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).
Information for international students
This qualification is not available outside of the UK.
Fees and funding
For more information about fees and funding, please visit The Open University website.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- part time30 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- The Open University
- general-enquiries@open.ac.uk
- Phone
- 0300 303 5303