MA Social Work in University of East London

This MA Social Work degree equips you with the skills, knowledge, and reflective capacity you need to practice as an effective social worker. You will develop a sound knowledge base that encompasses theory, the ethical and legal bases for practice, social policy, and an understanding of how social work fits into organizational contexts. The course promotes the relationship-based practice and is unique because of the link with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust.

• Fundamentals of Social Work (core)
• Social Work Law (core)
• Human Growth and Development (core)
• Professional Practice Placement 1 (core)
• Professional development (core)
• Dissertation (core)
• Professional Practice Placement 2 (core)

Employability:

The MA Social Work has been developed in collaboration with local employers so it reflects the priorities and needs of contemporary social work practice in east London. Local employers trust the training given to our graduates and regularly employ them once qualified. There are good employment opportunities in social work in London, often in children and family contexts but also in other service groups and in a variety of settings– voluntary and statutory, for example. After gaining a professional and academic qualification in social work at the postgraduate level, you are required to continue your professional development as part of your professional registration.