Middlesex University

Social Work (MA)

Middlesex University

Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Social Work
Course Based:Yes
Length:17 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $36,904

This cost is an approximate conversion from Great British Pounds (GBP) to Canadian dollars (CAD).



Careers:Managers in Social, Community and Correctional ServicesSocial WorkersCommunity and Social Service Workers

Description:

This degree offers an accelerated route to becoming a professional social worker for highly motivated recent graduates or for career changers looking for new challenges and opportunities.

You will be studying a range of social work theories and will learn the skills to apply these in different practice contexts. This will include psychosocial perspectives, sociology, psychology and human development. There will be a focus on relationship based practice as well as systemic theories. You will study relevant aspects of legislation and the application of these in practice. The curriculum is mapped against SWE Professional Standards, Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) and the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for both children and adults.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    For general admission onto most postgraduate courses applicants will need to have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher.

    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Work Experience

    Further Requirements:

    • GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English or certificated equivalence
    • Relevant experience 
    • You should demonstrate a commitment to the profession with previous paid or voluntary work experience of at least three months. This should have been gained over the past five years in a part-time or full-time basis.
    • Enhanced DBS check
    • You are also required to provide evidence of study within the last 10 years.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 14, 2026