Master of Science in “Social Work” with three orientations: Social Policy, Community Organization, Clinical 24 months Postgraduate Programme By The University of Tirana |TopUniversities

Master of Science in “Social Work” with three orientations: Social Policy, Community Organization, Clinical

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

04 Sep, 2023Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Social WorkMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The "Master of Science in Social Work" will have the student acquire and master a level of knowledge, skills, values, ethical awareness and understanding necessary for the theory, scientific research, and practice of social work to be capable and competent to practice the profession in full compliance with national and international standards and expectations.
At the end of the studies, students will be able to:
• To integrate scientific approaches and perspectives of social work in individual practice, with groups, communities as well as in critical analyzes of problems, interventions and social policies;
• To apply concepts and strategies of scientific research in the practice of social work and social policy and sustainable development;
• To apply advanced knowledge and skills as well as social work values in practice with diverse populations, enabling their empowerment and inclusiveness;
• Design, analyze, evaluate and change social policies and intervene against discriminatory and oppressive systems to ensure social and economic justice;
• To analyze and form social policies at the local, national and international level;
• Encourage and promote the full integration of social policy between and across different sectors to guarantee sustainable development;
• Deeply understand the dynamics and social problems in communities and design interventions to address them;
Graduate students from this program will serve as change agents in the field of sustainable development in Albania and social inclusion. They will contribute to the change and improvement of policies, legislation, institutional practices and social services in the field of social policy making and sustainable development. They can be employed in the non-profit sector, various NGOs, international organizations, near the central and local government, as well as in the development of private initiatives in the provision of social services. Global developments, as well as the EU Integration process, are one more guarantee of an opportunity for employment both in the social welfare and sustainable development sectors.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The "Master of Science in Social Work" will have the student acquire and master a level of knowledge, skills, values, ethical awareness and understanding necessary for the theory, scientific research, and practice of social work to be capable and competent to practice the profession in full compliance with national and international standards and expectations.
At the end of the studies, students will be able to:
• To integrate scientific approaches and perspectives of social work in individual practice, with groups, communities as well as in critical analyzes of problems, interventions and social policies;
• To apply concepts and strategies of scientific research in the practice of social work and social policy and sustainable development;
• To apply advanced knowledge and skills as well as social work values in practice with diverse populations, enabling their empowerment and inclusiveness;
• Design, analyze, evaluate and change social policies and intervene against discriminatory and oppressive systems to ensure social and economic justice;
• To analyze and form social policies at the local, national and international level;
• Encourage and promote the full integration of social policy between and across different sectors to guarantee sustainable development;
• Deeply understand the dynamics and social problems in communities and design interventions to address them;
Graduate students from this program will serve as change agents in the field of sustainable development in Albania and social inclusion. They will contribute to the change and improvement of policies, legislation, institutional practices and social services in the field of social policy making and sustainable development. They can be employed in the non-profit sector, various NGOs, international organizations, near the central and local government, as well as in the development of private initiatives in the provision of social services. Global developments, as well as the EU Integration process, are one more guarantee of an opportunity for employment both in the social welfare and sustainable development sectors.

Admission Requirements

04 Sep 2023
2 Years
Oct

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

More programmes from the university

PhD in History arrows

Go to Programme ::type_cta_button::

PhD in History arrows

Go to Programme ::type_cta_button::

Frequently Asked Questions

"1. Every academic year, the Department announces the admission criteria for the study program. 1.1. Foreign language Level B1, certified with tests recognized by MASR 1.2. To have completed the university studies of the first Cycle in the fields of study in Psychology at home and abroad. 2. Candidates who have achieved high results in university studies in the fields of study in Psychology domestically and abroad are preferred. 3. The admission of candidates is done by competition where the average grade from bachelor studies is important and the ranking is made from students with the highest average grade to those with the lowest average grade. 4. If any candidate withdraws from the application before the start of the course, his place is taken by the candidate ranked after him in the list of winners. 5. The final list is announced one week before the start of the course. 6. The candidate who does not win once can compete again in the following year."
Postgrad Programmes 25475