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Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work Practice Education

Institution code:	S82
UCAS code:
Start date:	September 2025
Duration:	One year part-time
Location:	Ipswich
Typical Offer:	Please see entry requirements below.

Institution code:	S82
UCAS code:
Start date:	September 2025

Duration:	One year part-time
Location:	Ipswich
Typical Offer:	Please see entry requirements below.

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Overview

Research suggests that one of the most valued learning experiences for social work students on BA (Hons) and MA programmes are the practice learning placements. The success of these are often determined by the skills and knowledge of the practice educator.

This course will aim to produce high quality social work practice educators who are able to produce evidence-informed assessments of social work students and newly qualified social workers.

Exploring theories of learning, teaching, assessment and supervision, this programme provides practical skills, creative approaches and underpinning theoretical frameworks to candidates to become accredited stage-2 social work practice educators in line with the Professional Educator Professional Standards (PEPS).

Further information about the University's relationship with Social Work England is available in the PSRB register.

The University of Suffolk is world-class and committed to our region. We are proudly modern and innovative and we believe in transformative education. We are on the rise with a focus on student satisfaction, graduate prospects, spending on academic services and student facilities.

1st

in Social Work for Graduate Prospects

The Complete University Guide 2023

1st

in Social Work for spend per student

The Guardian University Guide 2023

3rd

in the UK for Postgraduate Study

WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023

Course Modules

Downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

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Downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

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WHY SUFFOLK

2nd in the UK for Career Prospects

WUSCA 2024

3rd in the UK for spend on academic services

Complete University Guide 2025

4th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction

Guardian University Guide 2024

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Entry Requirements

Hold a recognised social work qualification and have held this qualification for at least two years, with at least two years post-qualifying professional experience.

Registered with Social Work England (SWE).

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If you have previously studied at higher education level before you may be able to transfer credits to a related course at the University of Suffolk and reduce the period of study time necessary to achieve your degree.

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UK Part-Time Tuition Fee

£1,017*

per 20 credit module

*Please contact the Student Centre for further details

Further Information

Postgraduate Loans are available for this course, we also offer University of Suffolk Alumni a 25% reduction on fees, find out more below.

Postgraduate Funding Alumni Loyalty Scheme International Students

Facilities and Resources

Whatever you choose to study, you will learn in state-of-the-art surroundings. We have invested across the University to create an environment showcasing the latest teaching facilities enabling you to achieve great things.

Every teaching room has state-of-the-art AV equipment enhancing students learning experience and spread across the open study areas there are approximately 50 iMacs. The dual function technology allows students to choose between Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac software, allowing students to utilise the technology that best supports their chosen field of study.

The Waterfront Building supports flexible learning with open study on all floors, where students can access networked computers.

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How to apply

Applying for a postgraduate programme is simple, you can apply using the link below. You can also find out more about what to include on your application and how to contact us for support during the process on the Postgraduate Study link.

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