COURSE CURRICULUM

The Social Work MA at Liverpool John Moores University provides a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for professional practice across a range of social work settings. The curriculum equips students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to support diverse service users, from children to adults, while addressing issues of poverty, inequality, and social justice. Core modules include Working with Adults, which develops practical intervention skills, and Social Work Knowledge and Skills, focusing on professional competencies essential for effective practice. Law and Social Policy for Practice provides a framework for understanding the legal and regulatory environment, while Poverty, Inequality and Social Justice explores the societal factors affecting service users and informs ethical and equitable decision-making. Students also engage with research methods through the Introduction to Research Methods module, enhancing their ability to apply evidence-based approaches to practice. Specialist modules, such as Social Work Specialist Practice Children, provide focused knowledge and skills for working with younger populations, ensuring readiness for specific professional roles. The program culminates in a Dissertation, allowing students to undertake independent, in-depth research on a topic relevant to contemporary social work. Through this combination of theoretical learning, practical skills, and research expertise, graduates emerge as competent, reflective, and confident social workers, ready to make meaningful contributions to individuals, families, and communities.