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Master of Social Work

London South Bank University

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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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

  • A first degree
  • Usually at least a 2:2
  • Or three years of relevant post-qualification experience; Good maths or numeracy
  • Communication and IT; English language test required. Some courses ask for more.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (2:2 equivalent) in a relevant subject; HND plus three years' experience considered; Prior experiential learning considered

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 90
  • PTE Academic 60
  • Cambridge 180
  • Duolingo Not published

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Typically includes Passport or identity document
  • Academic transcripts
  • Qualification certificates
  • Language proficiency evidence
  • Completed application materials
  • Curriculum vitae
  • And personal statement or statement of purpose.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines at lsbu.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply. Apply with the LSBU Online Application Form (up to two courses)
  3. Or through UCAS for undergraduate courses. Upload qualifications
  4. English test result and supporting documents. The International Admissions Team reviews the file and emails a decision
  5. Considering immigration history for a Student visa. Accept the offer and pay the deposit by the stated date. Receive the CAS
  6. Then apply for the UK Student visa with UKVI-compliant bank statements and a TB certificate if applicable. Attend International and University Welcome Week.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,820 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£13,365 GBP

Program details

CampusSouthwark Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Law Arts and Education
DepartmentSocial Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120,240
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteLSBU lists international scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award and the Global Success Scholarship (lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships).

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    30 Jun 2027

    228 days left

Scholarships

LSBU lists international scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award and the Global Success Scholarship (lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships).

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.