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Undergraduate

Health & Wellbeing

Integrated Health and Social Care

BSc (Hons)

Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Wellbeing

BSc (Hons)

Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner: Specialist Adult Mental Health

University Advanced Certificate

Nutrition & Health

BSc (Hons)

Integrated Health and Social Care

BSc (Hons)

Blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice as you prepare for impactful roles within integrated health and social care environments. Explore current understanding about mental health and wellbeing from different perspectives, with practice placement experience firmly embedded.

98.4% of our Health and Social Care students are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey released 2026).

UCAS code:
L510
Course length:
3 years full-time, 5 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Health and Social Care
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Wellbeing

BSc (Hons)

Explore why children and young people experience mental ill health. From pre-conception to adulthood, investigate the influences on wellbeing, barriers to treatment and how mental health develops as they grow.

UCAS code:
BB76
Course length:
3 years full-time, 5 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner: Specialist Adult Mental Health

University Advanced Certificate

How should we support adults experiencing severe and enduring mental ill-health? Train as a mental health and wellbeing practitioner and learn how to deliver psychologically informed, low-intensity interventions as part of an innovative programme to transform mental health services.

Course length:
1 year part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University and Online study

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Nutrition & Health

BSc (Hons)

Join us to explore and unravel the fascinating role of food and nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention. Gain eligibility to apply for Direct Entry as a Registered Associate Nutritionist with the Association for Nutrition.

We are 1st in the North West and top 5 in the UK overall (The Guardian University Guide 2027 – Nutrition & Food Science).

UCAS code:
B400
Course length:
3 years full-time, 5 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Nutrition, Food and Health
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Medicine

Medicine

MBChB

Medicine with Foundation Year

MBChB

Medicine

MBChB

Secure the skills, knowledge and clinical practice experience needed to diagnose, manage and care for patients effectively. Gain eligibility to apply for provisional registration as a doctor with the General Medical Council.

We are 6th in the UK and 2nd in the North West for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Medical Sciences).

UCAS code:
A100
Course length:
5 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Medicine
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Medicine with Foundation Year

MBChB

Join an integrated Foundation Year that enables you to gain an understanding of key concepts within the field of medicine and meet the required academic level to progress to our MBChB Medicine degree.

We are 6th in the UK and 2nd in the North West for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Medical Sciences).

UCAS code:
A110
Course length:
6 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Medicine
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Midwifery

Midwifery

BSc (Hons)

Midwifery

BSc (Hons)

Midwives are central to caring for women, newborns, birthing people and their families. They are experts in, and the lead professionals for, people experiencing normal childbirth. On completion of the programme students are eligible to register as a qualified midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
B720
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Midwifery
Example offers:
120 – 128 UCAS Tariff points Midwifery
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing

Adult Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Children’s Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Learning Disabilities Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Mental Health Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Nursing

MSci (Hons)

Nursing (Adult)

BSc (Hons)

Nursing (Child)

BSc (Hons)

Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

BSc (Hons)

Nursing (Mental Health)

BSc (Hons)

Nursing Associate

FdSc

Adult Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree, combining adult nursing and social work. Graduate eligible to register with the Nursing & Midwifery Council and apply to register with Social Work England.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
BL75
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Children’s Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Care for children and young people through challenging times. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified children’s nurse and apply for registration with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.

We are top 3 in the North West for career prospects (Guardian University Guide 2027 – Children’s Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL73
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Learning Disabilities Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified learning disabilities nurse and apply to register with Social Work England to practise as a social worker.

We are 1st in the UK for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Learning Disabilities Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL57
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Mental Health Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Develop the expertise and skills to care for and protect people facing mental health challenges. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified mental health nurse and apply to register with Social Work England to practise as a qualified social worker.

We are 1st in the North West for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Mental Health Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL65
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing

MSci (Hons)

Fuel your passion for helping people and develop leadership skills on our dual field nursing Masters. Benefit from extensive practice opportunities while gaining eligibility to register as a qualified nurse in two fields with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
Dual Field Awards – varies by pathway
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points- MSci (Hons) Nursing and MSci (Hons) Nurse Paramedic (Adult)
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Adult)

BSc (Hons)

Prepare for a rewarding career in adult nursing, developing the skills to deliver compassionate, person-centred care. Gain eligibility to register as a qualified adult nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
B740
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Child)

BSc (Hons)

Make a difference to the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families on our BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child) degree. Gain eligibility to register as a qualified children’s nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
B730
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

BSc (Hons)

Champion fulfilling lives. Build the skills and compassion to support people with learning disabilities to live with greater choice and independence while gaining eligibility to register as a qualified learning disability nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are 1st in the UK for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Learning Disabilities Nursing).

UCAS code:
B761
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Mental Health)

BSc (Hons)

Discover how to support people experiencing mental health difficulties and promote wellbeing whilst gaining eligibility to register as a qualified mental health nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are 1st in the UK for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Learning Disabilities Nursing).

UCAS code:
B760
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing Associate

FdSc

Take your next step towards a rewarding, hands-on, healthcare career. Bridge the gap between healthcare support roles and registered nursing and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. On successful completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Nursing Associate.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
B745
Course length:
2 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Example offers:
32 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Operating department practice (ODP)

Clinical & Professional Perioperative Practice

BSc (Hons)

Operating Department Practice

BSc (Hons)

Clinical & Professional Perioperative Practice

BSc (Hons)

Question and challenge perioperative practice to promote effective care delivery on a flexible degree that enables qualified operating department practitioners and perioperative staff to develop specialist knowledge and skills.

Course length:
2-5 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Operating Department Practice
Location:
Edge Hill University and St James’ (Manchester) and Alder Hey Institute in the Park (Liverpool)

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Operating Department Practice

BSc (Hons)

Train to provide high standards of care for people during the anaesthetic, surgery and recovery phases of surgical treatment. After graduation, you’ll be eligible to register as an Operating Department Practitioner with the Health and Care Professions Council.

UK students may be eligible for a training grant of £5,000 per academic year.

UCAS code:
B991
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Operating Department Practice
Example offers:
104-112 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University or St James’ (Manchester)

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Paramedic practice

Clinical & Professional Paramedic Practice

BSc (Hons)

Paramedic Practice

BSc (Hons)

Clinical & Professional Paramedic Practice

BSc (Hons)

Question and challenge paramedic practice. Grow as a leader. Gain confidence in research. Take your paramedic career further with a flexible degree that helps you specialise, lead, and shape the future of care.

UK students may be eligible for a training grant from the NHS.

Course length:
2-5 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Paramedic Practice
Location:
Edge Hill University or St James’ (Manchester)

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Paramedic Practice

BSc (Hons)

Experience clinical scenarios and frontline service with emergency ambulance crews. Become a qualified paramedic on a degree taught primarily at St James’ in Manchester in collaboration with the North West Ambulance Service.

We are 1st in the UK for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2027 – Paramedic Science).

UCAS code:
BB95
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Paramedic Practice
Example offers:
120 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
St James’ (Manchester)

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Social work

Adult Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Children’s Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Learning Disabilities Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Mental Health Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Social Work

BA (Hons)

Adult Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree, combining adult nursing and social work. Graduate eligible to register with the Nursing & Midwifery Council and apply to register with Social Work England.

We are top 3 in the North West for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027 – Nursing & Midwifery).

UCAS code:
BL75
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Children’s Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Care for children and young people through challenging times. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified children’s nurse and apply for registration with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.

We are top 3 in the North West for career prospects (Guardian University Guide 2027 – Children’s Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL73
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Learning Disabilities Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified learning disabilities nurse and apply to register with Social Work England to practise as a social worker.

We are 1st in the UK for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Learning Disabilities Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL57
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
120-128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Mental Health Nursing & Social Work

MNSW (Hons)

Prepare for a career as an integrated practitioner with our four-year MNSW degree. Develop the expertise and skills to care for and protect people facing mental health challenges. Gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified mental health nurse and apply to register with Social Work England to practise as a qualified social worker.

We are 1st in the North West for learning resources (National Student Survey 2026 – Mental Health Nursing).

UCAS code:
BL65
Course length:
4 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing, Social Work
Example offers:
128 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Social Work

BA (Hons)

Ready to make a difference? Train as a social worker to help people and their families. With support from our experienced team and visiting lecturers which include social workers currently in practice, you’ll prepare for this rewarding role and gain eligibility to register with Social Work England.

We are 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – outcomes (Complete University Guide 2027 – Social Work).

UCAS code:
L500
Course length:
3 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Social Work
Example offers:
120 UCAS Tariff points
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Postgraduate

Health & Wellbeing

Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Wellbeing

MSc

Education Mental Health Practitioner for Children and Young People

PGDip

Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner: Specialist Adult Mental Health

PGCert

Psychotherapy and Counselling – Contemporary Creative Approaches

MSc

Public Health Nutrition

MSc

Supervision: Children and Young People’s Mental Health & Wellbeing

PGCert

Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Wellbeing

MSc

Become the children’s mental health leader you want to see. Champion change that promotes and protects the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people based on evidence-backed research. Explore this and more on a course that has been assured for Department for Education (DfE) senior mental health lead training.

Course length:
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Education Mental Health Practitioner for Children and Young People

PGDip

Study with us for a year and learn how to support children and young people with mental health problems. As an Education Mental Health Practitioner, you’ll play a key role in the government’s Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) initiative.

Course length:
1 year part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner: Specialist Adult Mental Health

PGCert

How should we support adults experiencing severe and enduring mental ill-health? Train as a mental health and wellbeing practitioner and learn how to deliver psychologically informed, low-intensity interventions as part of an innovative programme to transform mental health services.

Course length:
1 year part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University and Online study, Edge Hill University or Online study

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Psychotherapy and Counselling – Contemporary Creative Approaches

MSc

Explore creative and expressive person-centred experiential therapy. Learn contemporary creative approaches to psychotherapy and counselling as you develop your practice. This course is approved by the UK Association of Humanistic Psychology Practitioners.

Course length:
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Counselling and Psychotherapy
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Public Health Nutrition

MSc

Climate change, economic instability, and global health crises are redefining the way we live and eat. By connecting science, policy, and practice, you’ll be poised to address diet-related illness and assist with nutrition equity on a global scale.

Course length:
1 years full-time, 2 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Nutrition, Food and Health
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Supervision: Children and Young People’s Mental Health & Wellbeing

PGCert

We’ve designed this course for experienced mental health practitioners. We’ll help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide supervision to other Education Mental Health Practitioners as part of the Mental Health in Schools Team initiative.

Course length:
1 year part-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing

Nursing (Adult)

MSc

Nursing (Adult)

PGDip

Nursing (Child)

MSc

Nursing (Child)

PGDip

Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

MSc

Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

PGDip

Nursing (Mental Health)

MSc

Nursing (Mental Health)

PGDip

Nursing (Adult)

MSc

Do you have what it takes to offer compassionate care to adults? Want to learn the professional values you’ll need to succeed? Study here and gain eligibility to register as a qualified adult nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

 

Course length:
2 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Adult)

PGDip

Ready to expand your role into adult nursing? Join a dedicated programme for registered nurses that enables you to train in a second field, and gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified adult nurse.

Course length:
1 year full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Child)

MSc

Could you make a difference in a child’s life? Offer compassionate care in difficult times? Study this Masters in child nursing and gain eligibility to register as a qualified children’s nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Course length:
2 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Child)

PGDip

Want to expand your role into children’s nursing? Join a dedicated programme for registered nurses and train in a second field. You’ll gain eligibility to register with the Nursing & Midwifery Council as a qualified children’s nurse.

Course length:
1 year full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

MSc

Do you have what it takes to provide compassionate care? Could you encourage and support independent living? Study with us and gain eligibility to register as a qualified learning disabilities nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Course length:
2 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Learning Disabilities)

PGDip

Join a dedicated programme for registered nurses that enables you to train in a second field of nursing. Graduate with eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified learning disability nurse.

Course length:
1 year full-time
Subject area(s):
Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Mental Health)

MSc

Could you offer compassionate mental healthcare? Are you ready to develop your nursing career? Study with us and gain eligibility to register as a qualified mental health nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Course length:
2 years full-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health, Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Nursing (Mental Health)

PGDip

Ready to expand your role in nursing? Join a dedicated programme for registered nurses that enables you to train in a second field of nursing and gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a qualified mental health nurse.

Course length:
1 year full-time
Subject area(s):
Mental Health, Nursing
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Research

Doctor of Philosophy

PhD

Masters by Research

MRes

Doctor of Philosophy

PhD

Focus on a research area in depth, receive substantial training in a range of research approaches and write a thesis that will demonstrate your understanding of how to develop a critical academic argument.

Course length:
3 years (typical minimum) full-time, 4.5 years (typical minimum) part-time
Subject area(s):
Research
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Masters by Research

MRes

Receive substantial training in a range of research approaches, developing an appreciation of their theoretical and philosophical underpinnings, while completing a research-based dissertation that focuses on a topic in-depth.

Course length:
1 year (typical minimum) full-time, 18 months (typical minimum) part-time
Subject area(s):
Research
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Social work

Social Work

MA

Social Work

MA

Develop the confidence and competence to challenge inequality and safeguard the most vulnerable in society. Prepare to work in this rewarding profession and gain eligibility to apply to register with Social Work England to practice as a social worker.

Course length:
2 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Subject area(s):
Social Work
Location:
Edge Hill University

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Professional development and apprenticeships

Undergraduate professional development
Postgraduate professional development
CPD modules
Higher and Degree Apprenticeships