Social Work (F80)

Open University

Postgraduate MA Distance learning 2.5 Years Social work, childhood, and youth studies

Social Work (F80) MA is a postgraduate degree at Open University, based in Milton Keynes, taught distance learning over 2.5 years.

About this course

This course will enhance your knowledge of social work theory and legislation, apply your learning to practice, and develop your critical and analytical skills as a qualified practitioner. The subject matter is interdisciplinary, derived from psychology, sociology, social policy, law and social work studies. It includes an embedded, professionally qualifying Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work, which has been approved as a qualifying award for social workers in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Key features of the course
- Approved as a social work qualifying award in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

- Includes a compulsory residential weekend or online alternative, three workshops and two substantive work-based practice placements supervised by a practice educator

- Equips you to engage in critical and reflective professional practice according to the Standards for Social Work Education and Codes of Practice and Conduct for the nation in which you train

- Includes a work-based project that develops your knowledge of a particular field in social work practice and leads to recommendations for improvement in your personal/work based context.

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Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Distance learning
Duration
2.5 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Milton Keynes
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Social work, childhood, and youth studies