The module information below provides an example of the types of course module you may study. The details listed are for the current academic year (September 2022). Modules and start dates are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change in future years.

There are two options for this course:

Starting September part time (Stirling Campus)
To be eligible for a named award students must take the following modules:

(Child Welfare and Protection) APSPG01 + APSPG02 + APSPG03

(Management and Leadership in Social Services) APSPG07 + APSPG08

(Adult Services Support and Protection) APSPG11 + APSPG12

(Social Work Practice Education) APSPG14 + APSPG15 + APSPG16

(Advanced Practice Skills in Child Welfare and Protection) APSPG04 + APSPG05 + APSPG06 - please note the Graduate Postgraduate Certificate in Child Welfare and Protection (or equivalent) is an entry requirement for this pathway. *

*Students who have previously completed Graduate Certificates in Child Welfare and Protection; Leadership and Management in Social Services or Adult Support and Protection may have Recognised Prior Learning for 20 credits at level 10 and take a further 40 credits at level 11 in year 1 then proceed to year 2 of the MSc.

Year 1 Autumn semester
Option module

Select 1 to 2 modules from Year 1 Applied Professional Studies options list

Module Credits
Understanding Children's Needs: Context and Frameworks (APSPG01) 20 credits
Understanding Children's Experiences: Assessment and Decision Making (APSPG02) 20 credits
Citizenship and Self-directed Support (APSPG12) 20 credits
Foundations for Effective Practice Education (APSPG14) 20 credits