Master of Social Work
- Limerick, Ireland
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 2-year course or thesis master programme in Social Work at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Social Work can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
- Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
- And communicate findings to diverse audiences
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Social work service delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Across Canada and internationally
Curriculum
- Course route: seven courses
- A field internship
- A non-credit Pathway course and a Pathway Scholarship project. Thesis route: six courses
- Internship
- Pathway and a thesis. Requires two or three on-campus institutes of 7-10 days.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Normally a first or second class Level 8 honours degree or recognised equivalent in a relevant discipline
- With UL country-specific minimums (for example India first division 55-70% by programme
- Pakistan 70% or 3.0/4.0
- USA GPA 3.00). Some programmes need an interview
- Work experience
- CV
- References or portfolio.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per component)
- TOEFL iBT 90 (4.5 overall and per section on the scale used from 21 January 2026)
- TOEFL PBT 580
- Duolingo 120 (110 per component)
- PTE Academic 61 (59 per section)
- Cambridge Grade C (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificates
- Passport Copy
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
How to apply
- Check the programme page
- country-specific entry rules
- English requirements and closing date (the non-EU Autumn deadline was 1 July in Some programmes close earlier). Apply online to UL. Application fee 50 EUR. Submit degree transcripts
- English test evidence and any CV
- references or proposal the programme asks for. Interview only where required. Pay the 1
- 000 EUR acceptance deposit and the tuition due before the visa support letter. Apply for the Irish student visa (full-time study only) with proof of funds. Register with immigration on arrival.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €18,600 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €50 EUR |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Limerick |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
27 Nov 2026
13 days left
Scholarships
Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 27 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €18,600 EUR per year. The application fee is €50 EUR. The estimated living cost is €16,000 EUR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per component), TOEFL iBT 90 (4.5 overall and per section on the scale used from 21 January 2026), TOEFL PBT 580, Duolingo 120 (110 per component), PTE Academic 61 (59 per section), Cambridge Grade C (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency).
Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.