Master of Social Work Postgraduate Programme By University of Iowa |TopUniversities

Master of Social Work

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Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Study Level

Masters

The M.S.W. program prepares social workers for leadership in the profession and for advanced social work practice in a wide range of settings. The program's general focus is on family systems and social change, both domestic and international. Primary program goals are met through a set of professional foundation requirements and advanced courses which enable students to understand the dynamics of human development and change; to understand the links between society's structures and families; to acquire skills for working with individuals, families, small groups, and communities; and to learn how to enhance the responsiveness of human service organizations. Master in Social Work Program Options Three options are available to complete the M.S.W. in Iowa City and Des Moines, Iowa, depending upon an applicant’s prior preparation. Applicants to the three-year programs in the Quad Cities (located in the Davenport/Bettendorf area on Iowa's eastern border) or in Sioux City, Iowa, may choose from the first two options. Applicants to any of the options, at any of the centers, complete the same application. 60 s.h. option (regular standing): Designed for individuals who have completed a degree in a discipline other than a CSWE-accredited social work degree program. 48 s.h. option (advanced standing): Designed for individuals who have completed the B.A. in social work or the B.S.W. from a CSWE-accredited social work degree program. 41 s.h. options (accelerated advanced standing): Designed for individuals who have completed the B.A. in social work or the B.S.W. from a CSWE-accredited social work degree program and who meet additional criteria. Additional forms and written requirements are part of the application.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Study Level

Masters

The M.S.W. program prepares social workers for leadership in the profession and for advanced social work practice in a wide range of settings. The program's general focus is on family systems and social change, both domestic and international. Primary program goals are met through a set of professional foundation requirements and advanced courses which enable students to understand the dynamics of human development and change; to understand the links between society's structures and families; to acquire skills for working with individuals, families, small groups, and communities; and to learn how to enhance the responsiveness of human service organizations. Master in Social Work Program Options Three options are available to complete the M.S.W. in Iowa City and Des Moines, Iowa, depending upon an applicant’s prior preparation. Applicants to the three-year programs in the Quad Cities (located in the Davenport/Bettendorf area on Iowa's eastern border) or in Sioux City, Iowa, may choose from the first two options. Applicants to any of the options, at any of the centers, complete the same application. 60 s.h. option (regular standing): Designed for individuals who have completed a degree in a discipline other than a CSWE-accredited social work degree program. 48 s.h. option (advanced standing): Designed for individuals who have completed the B.A. in social work or the B.S.W. from a CSWE-accredited social work degree program. 41 s.h. options (accelerated advanced standing): Designed for individuals who have completed the B.A. in social work or the B.S.W. from a CSWE-accredited social work degree program and who meet additional criteria. Additional forms and written requirements are part of the application.

Admission Requirements

7+

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