Social Work (MSc, 3 Semesters) – Distance Learning (in English)
Duration | 3 Semesters |
Qualification Awarded | Master in Social Work |
Level of Qualification | Master Degree (2nd Cycle) |
Language of Instruction | English |
Mode of Study | Distance Learning |
Minimum ECTS Credits | 90 |
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Profile of the Programme
The purpose of the MSc in Social Work is to increase the students’ abilities for critical analysis and reflective approaches by providing comprehensive studies in the theory and practice of social work. In particular, the acquired knowledge will enable students to work more effectively in public, non-governmental and private social welfare settings and other care organisations.
Students attending this degree will acquire knowledge of social work contemporary theories and methods of assessment and intervention, models of administration of social services, as well as deeper understanding of interdisciplinary work in health and social care settings .In particular, students will have the opportunity, through sharing experiences, learning new knowledge and methods of work, to develop personally and professionally.
Adopting this perspective, the nature and character of Social Work is revealed while the inter-relations and inter-dependence of various stakeholders are illustrated. Overall students who will attend this Master degree will increase existing knowledge earned from previous studies and will learn how to work with particular groups of people (immigrants, adolescents) either as service users or as colleagues from other disciplines.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples
Social Workers who work in the area of social welfare (schools, community mental health centers , juvenile workers, refugees’ camps, e.t.c), social scientists , psychologists, school teachers.
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Third Cycle degrees (Doctoral Degree)
Admission Criteria
The minimum general requirement for admission to the post-graduate degree programme is a Bachelor Degree from a recognised university.
- Hold a degree in social work, social administration and social policy and / or related sciences. (i.e.sociology, cultural atnhtropology,political sciences,education)
- Application for admission through the special application form which may be obtained from the Admissions Office or the University website
- Certified copy of degree in a related discipline (see general admission requirements).
- Curriculum vitae which documents the applicant’s studies, any professional, volunteer, teaching, research experiencein theindustry, as well as scientificand socialactivities.
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from academics.
- A short essay of 600 words, where the applicant states the reasons and incentives for admission in the programme.
English Language Proficiency
Students satisfy the English requirements if their first degree was taught in English. Otherwise, they would need to present a minimum TOEFL score 550 and above, or Computer-based TOEFL score of 213 and above, or Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) score 79-80 and above, or GCSE (or GCE) English Language “O” Level of “C” or above or IELTS of 6.5 and above or Cambridge Exams (First Certificate with Grade B and above, as well as Proficiency with Grade C and above or a score placement at the ENGL-100 level of the University English Placement Test. The University offers English courses at various levels to help students reach the required standard for admission to a graduate program.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, mid-terms, projects.
Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.
Graduation Requirements
The student must complete 90 ECTS and all programme requirements.
A minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 is required. Thus, although a ‘D-‘ is a PASS grade, in order to achieve a CPA of 2.0 an average grade of ‘C’ is required.
Key Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, the students should be able to:
- Thoroughly comprehend the concepts, theories and processes of social work which support the design and implementation of interventions in various social groups.
- Develop and formulate procedures related to quality and equity in providing services to users.
- Recognize the ontological background of social theories, research and practice in the science of Social Work.
- Apply practical skills related to the design, implementation and evaluation of interventions to individuals, groups, communities and social organizations.
- Acquire research skills as to be able to conduct a needs assessment study. In addition, students who overtake thesis will learn the impact of research into day to day activities.
- Design and implement community programs aimed at promoting and developing social welfare.
- Analyze social policy and assess its impact and implications on the groups. Affected.
- Administer and manage any type of Social Service.
- Assume leadership roles both in promoting Social Work and the profession,
- Communicate effectively, cooperate and share information with other professionals and organizations of Health and Social Care…
- Recognize, understand, and respect the complexity of sociocultural and ethnic diversity.
ECTS: Min.80 Max.80
Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
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SOWK-510DE | Theory and Practice in Social Work for Adult Services | 10 |
SOWK-511DE | Decision Making Process | 10 |
SOWK-512DE | Social Research Methods | 10 |
SOWK-520DE | Methods and Interventions for Children and Families | 10 |
SOWK-521DE | Methods and Interventions for Groups | 10 |
SOWK-522DE | Organisation and Management of Social Care Organisations | 10 |
SOWK-590DE | Postgraduate Thesis | 20 |
Section B: Electives
ECTS: Min. 10 Max. 10
Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
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SOWK-532DE | Community Programs Development and Fund Raising | 10 |
SOWK-534DE | Promotion of Mental Health in Schools, Families and Communities | 10 |
Section C: Unallocated Courses
ECTS: Min. 0 Max. 0
Semester 1
Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
---|---|---|
SOWK-510DE | Theory and Practice in Social Work for Adult Services | 10 |
SOWK-511DE | Decision Making Process | 10 |
SOWK-530DE | Supervision in Social Work | 10 |
Semester 2
Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
---|---|---|
SOWK-512DE | Social Research Methods | 10 |
SOWK-520DE | Methods and Interventions for Children and Families | 10 |
SOWK-533DE | Psychosocial Interventions into Community Settings | 10 |
Semester 3
Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
---|---|---|
SOWK-534DE | Promotion of Mental Health in Schools, Families and Communities | 10 |
SOWK-590DE | Postgraduate Thesis | 20 |