Social Work

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Start your journey to becoming a qualified social worker. At York, you'll learn from experienced social workers who bring their real-world experiences into the classroom, and researchers analysing some of today’s biggest social issues.

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Subject specialists

We're ranked 3rd in the UK for social work according to the Complete University Guide 2024

Outstanding research

Our social policy and social work research is 11th in the UK in the Times Higher Education’s REF results 2021.

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Highly regarded

We're ranked 13th in the UK for social work according to the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023

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Social Work (MSocW)

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Gold-standard education

Our teaching, learning and student experience is outstanding, certified Gold by the Office for Students' 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework.

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My aim is to become a Social Worker in the near future. This would fulfil my goals of becoming a part of change that empowers others to reach their full potential in life.

Mary, MSocW Social Work. Read Mary's blog post.

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