MA Social Work (Top up)

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MA Social Work (Top up)
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Social Work (Top up) MA is specifically designed for registered social workers who already hold a PGDip in Social Work and are seeking to achieve a master's level qualification. This programme is ideal for professionals committed to social inclusion who wish to develop their leadership skills, empathy, and ability to manage complex situations. The course focuses on integrating practice with research, enabling students to develop critical thinking and evidence-based practice skills. Delivered on a part-time basis over 7 months, the programme is fully online, featuring five one-day workshops held monthly. Students will undertake a small-scale research project, supported by individual supervision from an academic adviser. The institution provides a supportive learning environment, including access to 24-hour library services, free electronic textbooks, and specialist software. By successfully completing this module, students upgrade their existing PGDip to an MA, enhancing their professional profile for advanced roles in social work, academia, or further doctoral study. The institution reserves the right to adjust services in line with changing circumstances to maintain academic standards.

Tuition Fee Details

The fee is £69 per dissertation credit for UK students. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

PGDip Social Work qualification.

Evidence of having studied a research methods module at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Other Requirements

Other

Registration with Social Work England is required. An enhanced DBS check may also be required.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Developing Research Capability

60 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates may pursue advanced social worker roles across various settings, work overseas, enter academia, or progress to PhD-level study.

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/social-work-top-up-ma/ on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.