MSc (T) Applied Social Studies
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
MSc (T) Applied Social Studies |
Final Award |
Master of Science |
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Programme Code |
SWK-MSC-AP |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
L500 (DESCR) 100 |
Criteria for Admissions Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent recognised qualification. An equivalent qualification is the Post-Qualifying Award in Social Work. Where this is not met, applicants must show that their experience and qualifications enable them to study at postgraduate level through the uptake of references and through completing a reflective assignment on their practice. |
INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Social Sciences, Education and Social Work |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Counselling and psychotherapy (2013) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Northern Ireland Social Care Council |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 11-06-13 |
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The Association for Family Therapy |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 30-04-15 |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations No |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
The central aim of this programme is to provide Masters Degree level qualifications with a facilitating framework for the continuing professional development of social workers and others from cognate disciplines:
Promoting the improvement of standards of service and care received by the consumers of personal, social, and health services.
The advancement of academic knowledge, through the fostering of staff development, professional competence and academic achievement.
The aim of the programme is to provide students with an opportunity to gain a postgraduate degree, and to achieve professional awards in social work (specific award, specialist award and/or strategy and leadership award).
The programme will also include opportunities to achieve professional qualifications in multi-disciplinary areas such as Family Therapy.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Specific area: develop the range of knowledge and skills associated with competence 'in depth' in a specific area of work. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve Cognitive Skills are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, seminar papers, practice assessment methods and log books. |
Specialist area: complex decision-making and high levels of professional responsibility and accountability. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve Cognitive Skills are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, seminar papers, practice assessment methods and log books. |
Leadership and strategic work area: high levels of competence within field that is recognised within and without agency context. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve Cognitive Skills are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, seminar papers, practice assessment methods and log books. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Basic transferable skills achieved include communication, problem solving, teamwork, autonomy and personal skills, information technology, numeracy, intellectual skills, critical thinking personal reflection, researching, writing at Masters level, debating and listening, presenting, and professional confidence and competence. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve Transferable Skills are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and practice learning opportunities. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, seminar papers, practice assessment methods and log books. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate a systematic understanding of their own practice and a critical awareness of current issues and challenges in the context of relevant Codes of Practice (depending on Pathways, see below), professional ethics, the principles of diversity, equality and social inclusion in a wide range of situations; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve knowledge and understanding requirements are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, and seminar papers. |
Use evaluation to systematically develop and improve their specific learning and practice, including implementing effective practice in inter-professional and inter-agency contexts; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve knowledge and understanding requirements are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, and seminar papers. |
Take responsibility for continuing professional development making use of professional and managerial supervision, consultation and other professional support as appropriate to identify and address issues; develop, implement and evaluate plans; and continue to advance knowledge and understanding in order to improve practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching and learning methods to achieve knowledge and understanding requirements are commensurate with adult learning theory and entail formal lecturing, student led learning, IT based learning, tutorials, seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include Continuous Assessment through essays, projects, presentations, and seminar papers. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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There are a wide range of Modules, some of which are stand alone, others that will have pre-requisites (to build on earlier Modules). There are different Pathways and modules that candidates can choose to take through the MSc programme: |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be taught in class using above methods. In addition, there are placement requirements (usually in the candidate’s workplace) that are supervised by qualified supervisors that are either QUB or Agency staff. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include essays, reports, examinations, direct observation, and/or project work. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Advanced knowledge, theory and methods |
SWK8055 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Social Work Practice Development in Mental Health |
SWK8081 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Promoting & safeguarding welfare of children and families |
SWK8056 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Enhancing Outcomes for Children in State Care |
SWK8057 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Law, Ethics and Applied Law in Mental Health |
SWK8082 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Context and Concepts in Mental Health |
SWK8083 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Leadership in an uncertain world |
SWK8038 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Strategic thinking in social work |
SWK8039 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Modern organisations |
SWK8051 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Use and management of information |
SWK8052 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Engaging with change |
SWK8054 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Introduction to Systemic Theory, Research and Practice |
SWK8058 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Systemic Practice Skills and their application to the work setting |
SWK8059 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Personal and Professional Development in Systemic Practice |
SWK8065 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Theory, Practive and Research in Family and Systemic Practice - intermediate level |
SWK8066 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Systemic Practice Skills and their application to the work setting - intermediate level |
SWK8067 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Personal and Professional Development in Systemic Practice - intermediate level |
SWK8068 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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MScASS - Family Therapy and Systemic Thinking - 1. Theoretical Perspectives |
SWK8069 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
70% |
30% |
0% |
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Family Therapy Skills and Techniques - 1. Practice Applications |
SWK8071 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
YES |
3 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Family Therapy and Systemic Thinking - 2. Theoretical Perspectives |
SWK8072 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Family Therapy Skills and Techniques - 2. Practice Applications |
SWK8073 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
YES |
3 weeks |
N |
YES |
70% |
30% |
0% |
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MScASS Dissertation |
SWK8091 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Personal and Public Involvement in Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland |
SWK8086 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Dual Diagnosis: An Introduction |
SWK8097 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Assessment and Intervention in Dual Diagnosis |
SWK8098 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Dual Diagnosis Working with Specific Service User Groups |
SWK8099 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
1 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesPlease note that there are different Pathways in the Programme (i.e. Strategy and Leadership, Child Care, Systemic Practice and Family Therapy, Systemic Psychotherapy, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health and Combined) with separate modules leading to a final dissertation module. In addition some modules on the Programme can be accumulated on an individual basis to complete with a Combined award; modules that can be brought together in this way are taken from the Dual Diagnosis pathway and the Child Care pathway. For all pathways, the final 60 CATS is the shared SWK8091 dissertation module. |