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Social Work (Postgraduate)

  • MA (PG)
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
The University of Hull
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Course summary

This innovative and challenging two-year programme has been validated by Social Work England (SWE). Those who successfully complete the programme will be eligible to apply to register as a qualified social worker with the SWE. The MA in Social Work enables you to develop a sound grounding in social work skills, knowledge and values and we are committed to training you to the highest intellectual and professional standards. You will experience high-quality placements which offer excellent learning opportunities and support in practice.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • The University of Hull

Study options

  • MA (PG) • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L508
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L508
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
Not accepted

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Not accepted

T Level
Not accepted

Applicants must have a first or 2:1 degree (in any subject) or, exceptionally, a relevant professional qualification.
Applicants must also have GCSE English Language at Grade C/4

Additional entry requirements

Admission tests
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Social Work. The test assesses the ability of the applicant to communicate their ideas clearly in written English; their analytical skills; and their ability to reflect insightfully on the values and ethics underpinning work with vulnerable people.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7This course requires IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each skill.
We may consider an alternative English Language test for entry to this programme. Please contact us at admissions@hull.ac.uk for further details on acceptable equivalents.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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