Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
University
Purbanchal University
Duration
4 years
Fee
Rs. 391000
Colleges
3+
Summary
Short Description
Four-year, practice-intensive program preparing social work professionals with competencies in micro, mezzo, and macro practice through classroom learning, fieldwork, and research.
Description
BSW under Purbanchal University is designed to build practitioners who can assess, intervene, and advocate across diverse social issues. The curriculum merges theory with continuous field practicum, social work labs, block placements, and a final research dissertation. Students develop abilities in community organization, casework, group work, policy analysis, social action, and program evaluation. Emphasis is placed on human rights, social justice, and evidence-based intervention.
Description
Curricular Structure (Table Summary)
| Year/Semester | Courses |
|---|---|
| Year 1 – Sem I | History & Philosophy of Social Work, Sociology for Social Work, Human Growth & Behavior, Academic English, Social Case & Group Work I, Field Practicum/Skill Lab |
| Year 1 – Sem II | Introduction to Nepali Society, Psychiatric Social Work, Academic English II, Social Case & Group Work II, Field Practicum, Neighborhood Study Lab |
| Year 2 – Sem III | Community Organization, Communication for Development, Nepali Language/Literature, Social Action, Field Practicum |
| Year 2 – Sem IV | Social Policy & Welfare Administration, Development Perspectives, Mental Health & Social Work, Human Rights & Social Work, Field Practicum |
| Year 3 – Sem V | International Social Work, Law & Social Work, Social Work Research, Block Practicum, Rural Study Lab |
| Year 3 – Sem VI | Organizational Behavior & Leadership, Family Social Work, School Social Work, Research Seminar, Block Practicum |
| Year 4 – Sem VII | Program Design, Monitoring & Evaluation, Disaster Management, Advanced Research, Block Practicum |
| Year 4 – Sem VIII | Social Entrepreneurship, Dissertation, Urban Study Lab |
Total Credits: 120
Features
Features
- Continuous field practicum across all semesters
- Block placements in advanced years
- Three social work camps/labs for experiential learning
- Final dissertation under faculty supervision
- 70:30 evaluation system (university exam : internal assessment)
- Micro to macro practice skill development
- Multidisciplinary course integration
Fee
Approx. NPR 391,000 (tentative; varies by institution)
Admission Process
Eligibility
- Completed Grade 12 in any stream (Science/Management/Humanities)
- A-Level equivalent also accepted
Admission Process (Points)
- Apply to PU-affiliated college
- Screening as per college criteria
- Submit SEE + Grade 12 transcripts, certificates, and citizenship/passport
- Attend interview/assessment if required
- Enrollment based on merit and document verification
Job Prospects
Job Prospects
Graduates work in:
- NGOs/INGOs
- Community development projects
- Government social welfare offices
- Child protection and women empowerment programs
- Schools and educational institutions
- Rehabilitation centers
- Healthcare and mental-health sectors
- Research and policy organizations
- Social entrepreneurship initiatives
Prospect Careers
- Social Worker
- Community Mobilizer
- Case Manager
- Program Coordinator
- Outreach Worker
- Counselor (with further training)
- Research Assistant
- Social Policy Advocate
- Disaster Response Worker
Colleges Offering This Course
Kadambari Memorial College of Science and Management
Janata Adarsha Multiple Campus
Kadambari Memorial College
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