The aim of this programme is to allow individuals to become professional and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, reflective, research-focused practitioners able to work critically and ethically in various sectors.ObjectivesTo provide students with the knowledge, skills and competencies to become professional social workers in various settings within the statutory, voluntary and independent sectors.To support students in developing a critical awareness of current issues facing society and generate innovative ideas to support the resolution of such issues.To facilitate students to develop an understanding of professional accountability and the legal and regulatory framework within which social work operates.To equip students to reflect and practise ethical, innovative and effective social work practice that actively promotes social justice in a diverse society.To develop learners who recognise and understand the importance of evidence and research in and to practice and who can contribute to this debate and apply it to social work practice.To develop civic and social responsibility as an informed learner.Programme StructureThe programme is part-time for four years. Students complete two practice placements as part of the programme.The programme is delivered by experts in social work practice and discipline-specific expertise.There are a limited number of places on this programme. To ensure the required competency of ATU graduates, this programme does not accept a request for advanced entry.
| Course Location | Sligo Town, Sligo |
| Course Category | Social Studies, Arts & Humanities |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 4 years |
| Course Time | Part-time |
| Course Fee | 9000 |
| Entry Requirements | Admissions and Selection Criteria Once applicants register their application on the system using the 'Apply Now' link on the programme web page, they will receive guidance to submit the following: A copy of their third-level transcripts (it must be a relevant qualification within the discipline of social sciences) CV Three templates that applicants are required to complete (a) an Academic Reference Template, (b) an Employer Reference Template, and (c) a Work/Practice Experience form Template Applicants must ensure that the academic reference, employer reference, and evidence of relevant practice experience are provided only in the templates provided. Applicants should not provide any other documentation other than what is listed above. Applicants will be given a deadline for the provision of all relevant documentation, after which time shortlisting will occur. If an applicant is shortlisted, they will be invited to interview. Interviews have two components: (1) written assessment and (2) individual interview. To be considered for an interview and selection for this programme, applicants require: 2.1 or above in a Social Science honours degree programme, i.e. B.Soc.Sc, Community Development, Early Childhood Care and Education, Psychology, Social Policy, Social Science, Social Care Practice, Sociology, Social Policy, Youth and Family Studies. If an applicant has a level 8 award in a discipline that is not social sciences, they must hold a postgraduate award in social sciences (minimum 2.1 grade). If an applicant has a level 8 award in a discipline that is not social sciences, they must hold a postgraduate award in social sciences (minimum 2.1 grade). Students with a grade of 2.2 and greater than five years of relevant experience may be considered suitable applicants to the programme. English Proficiency: As all lectures, tutorials, and practical work are delivered in English, it is vitally important that all students (who are not native English speakers) have the required standard on entry to ensure they gain maximum value from their time at ATU Sligo. The minimum English proficiency score required for entry to an MA Programme is IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Further information on English proficiency requirements can be found here . Where this is relevant to an applicant's submissions, Certified Evidence must be submitted during the application process. Before starting the programme, students must have completed 420 hours (a minimum of 200 at interview) of non-study-related practice experience. Process Stage One: Students will apply for the programme online. All applicants will be reviewed, and those who demonstrate that they meet the application criteria will be shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process. If a large number meets the criteria, exceeding the places available, shortlisting for the next stage based on the highest overall GPA will occur. It is the student's responsibility to ensure all documents, including references, are received before the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be processed, and no late applications will be considered. Stage Two: Shortlisted applicants will attend a full day of interview and selection. There are two components: (1) Written Assessment and (2) Individual Interview, all of which will be graded. -Written Assessment. Candidates will be given a topic to respond to within a specific time frame. -Individual Interview The highest-scoring applicants will be awarded places. Garda Vetting Garda Vetting is a requirement of this programme and will comply with ATU's Student Vetting Policy. During the Garda Vetting Process, issues that may emerge which were not declared by the student on the initial Vetting form may result in immediate termination of participation in the Programme. Offences disclosed through the process are considered a serious risk to children and vulnerable persons and may result in a student's discontinuation from the programme. Fitness to Practice A student to the Master's in Social Work must be Fit to Practice. ATU's policy provides guidance on Fitness to Practice. Students must read this policy and acknowledge that they have read and understood this requirement. Immunisations & Vaccinations Placement agencies may require students to be immunised against specific infectious diseases. The Department recommends that Social Work students are protected against Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis (TB), Mumps, Measles Rubella (MMR) and Varicella (Chicken Pox). |
This course is free/ funded under the Springboard+ Initiative.
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