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MSc Social Work Research

University of Bristol

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Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Bristol

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Overview This programme creates links between social work research and practice in a range of settings. You will be taught the necessary skills to undertake research into social work and social care as a practice-based professional, a postgraduate research student or a policy-focused professional. This degree will help you acquire vital tools to maximise your work in addressing genuine issues of concern with policymakers, managers, practitioners and service users in social work and social care. The programme provides core research training in philosophy and research design in the social sciences, along with introductions to, and further approaches in, quantitative and qualitative methods in the social sciences. While the programme primarily focuses on 'research methods', it also has a clear focus on social justice and how research can improve policy and the lives of those it impacts. You can choose an optional unit from a range of policy areas such as child and family welfare, gender and violence, health and social care, poverty and social exclusion, and policy-oriented evaluation. The programme also provides the opportunity to further investigate policy areas of interest through the assignments and dissertation. We recognise that many of our students will have relevant experience as researchers, service managers/planners or policy advisers, and there will be space for you to reflect on and share your expertise in these fields. Some units are taught in collaboration with other postgraduate programmes, providing a co-learning environment where you can interact and share insights with students working towards research degrees in public policy and policy research. Please note: This programme does not include practical training or lead to a professional qualification in social work. If you want to study for a qualification in social work practice, please see the MSc in Social Work.

Application deadline

25 August 2025

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 26,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    University of Bristol, Beacon House, Queen鈥檚 Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, England

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    8th out of 73 3

    6th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    151 84%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    62nd

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    48th

    9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    164 80%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    10th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.90 73%

    83rd

    6

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