University of Gloucestershire Social Work postgraduate open event programme

SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Postgraduate Open Event Wednesday 19 June 2019

Francis Close Hall Campus, Cheltenham GL50 4AZ

Welcome to the University of Gloucestershire Our open event is designed to inform and inspire you, allow you to investigate our MA Social Work course and flexible modes of study available to you, as well as discover the benefits of further study. With an excellent reputation for teaching and research, our staff are passionate about their subject areas.

Your Open Event On arrival, please follow the signs to the registration desk where our team will welcome you. Take time during the event to meet our experts and talk to current students about their experiences.

5.30-6.00pm

Registration and refreshments (Hospitality Centre foyer)

6.00-6.30pm

‘The Emerging Social Worker’ lecture MA Social Work presentation - course structure, placements and assessment

6.30-7.00pm

Alumni/student panel and Q&A

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“We look at subjects including psychology, sociology, law and social policy to enhance knowledge and skills so our students graduate ready to practise.”

Barbara Neale, Senior Lecturer in Social Work

Join our community of experienced health and social care professionals.

Our courses are designed to be flexible, working around your professional and personal commitments, and by studying with us you will be joining an inspiring, supportive community of practitioners and researchers.

Finance

Facilities

Find out more about the postgraduate master’s loan scheme and other available funding options. UK/EU students (under the age of 60) studying a first master’s degree may be eligible for a loan of up to £10,906*. The government also offer a doctoral loan of up to £25,000*. For full details please contact our Money Advice team at moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk

Our historic and inspirational campus houses the latest teaching and learning resources including interactive white boards, SMART, Promethean World and Scratch.

Accommodation There is a range of accommodation to choose from, including our brand new Blackfriars** halls of residence, lodgings and university-approved housing. For more information visit www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation

Visitors with disabilities Disabled parking spaces are available on campus and our buildings have been adapted for wheelchair users. Please contact our Enquiries team to book your blue badge parking space: enquiries@glos.ac.uk If you would like to arrange a meeting with a Disability Adviser, please call 01242 714541.

*Visit www.gov.uk/masters-loan or www.gov.uk/doctoral-loan for further details and eligibility **In partnership with CityHeart T: 03330 141414

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Francis Close Hall campus

Francis Close Hall Campus, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 4AZ

Registration

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Clegg Building (CL)

Halls of residence

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Clegg Old Pottery (CL)

16 Shaftesbury Hall

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Bodley Building (BO)

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Clegg Building (CL)

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Hospitality Centre/Teaching Rooms (HC) - Registration

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Main Reception

Library and Information Services

Hospitality Centre (HC)

Student Helpzone

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Chapel (CH)

Refectory

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Quad East (QU)

Car Park

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Priory (QU)

Disabled Parking

10 Centre for Active Learning

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Lodge (LO)

12 Quad West (QW) 13 Principal’s House (PH) 15 Teaching Centre (TC)

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14 Quad Tower (QT)