MA, PDip Social Work (Step Up to Social Work)

University of Kent School of Social Sciences

Full time January PGDip, MA 14 months full time only 19 January 2026 15 September 2025

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About the course

Overview

The Kent and Medway Regional Partnership will be opening a new recruitment round for 20 aspiring social workers to start this programme in January 2026.

Students can expect to learn through a combination of academic study and real social work experience in either Kent or Medway Local Authority. On completion, the Postgraduate Diploma will enable graduates to register and practice as a social worker, making a difference by nurturing relationships with families during difficult times and by protecting children.

Entry Requirements

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Fees

Information on annual tuition fees and funding for 2025/26 please see the website at Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of Kent

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