Postgraduate Social Policy and Social Work courses

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    Make a real difference to people’s lives

    As one of the UK’s longest standing social work departments, our suite of Social Policy and Social Work taught courses is renowned and well respected.

Why study Social Policy and Social Work at the University of Birmingham?

From exploring key areas of practice to understanding society’s most significant social issues, there’s a strong focus on professional principles, social justice, equality, and diversity and inclusion. Our multidisciplinary team of experts will support you in building your research, critical and analytical skills. While our collaborations with government departments, supranational organisations and a network of service users and carers will broaden your understanding and perspective. 

  • Global Criminology and Criminal Justice MA

    Unlock new perspectives on crime and justice with our MA Global Criminology and Criminal Justice. Develop your critical thinking on those topics in a rapidly changing global world. Find out more.

  • Migration Studies MA / PGDip

    Migration Studies will introduce you to the main challenges and opportunities associated with the advent of new migration and super-diversity

  • Social Policy MA

    The MA Social Policy Social policy is an applied social science that will challenge you to formulate your own policy solutions to key social issues from both a British and international perspective.

  • Social Work MA

    The MA Social Work, University of Birmingham, enables those with a BA degree in the social sciences to obtain the new professional qualification in Social Work, as well as a Masters degree.

  • Sociology MA

    The MA Sociology at the University of Birmingham will offer distinct insights into understanding the contested character of our communities, politics, technology and environment. Find out more.

  • Global Public Policy MA/PGDip

    The Global Public Policy MA/PGDip postgraduate degree at the University of Birmingham, will seek to understand the ways that social policy is formulated nationally and internationally. Find out more.

  • Social Work and Social Care MPhil / PhD

    Pursue a PhD in Social Work and Social Care at the University of Birmingham. With expert supervision, a vibrant community, flexible study options, and a supportive environment.