Master of Social Work
- Preston, United Kingdom
- 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 (1.5 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
- Bachelor's degree at lower second class (2:2) UK honours level or equivalent
- Or an equivalent professional qualification
- Some courses need a related subject
- A 2:1 (conversion courses)
- Professional registration or experience. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 7 (no component below 7)
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements
- English requirement and deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Create an account and apply through the postgraduate online application portal. Provide transcripts
- Referee details and a personal statement where asked. Interview only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health, Social Work and Sport |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 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
September 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
17 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.
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The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,000 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7 (no component below 7). An interview is required.
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.