BA/BSW

 The Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a career in social work. It covers a wide range of subjects, including human behavior, social policies, research methods, and ethics. Students are trained to work with individuals, families, and communities, addressing issues such as poverty, mental health, and social justice. The program emphasizes practical experience through internships and fieldwork. Graduates are prepared to support vulnerable populations and contribute to positive social change, working in diverse settings like healthcare, schools, and government agencies. 

Job Prospects

There are many areas in which BSW Graduates get employment. They get job opportunities in government and non-government sector, education sector, social sector (NGOS, INGOS), Media sector.

They can work in different designation in:

• Gov. Org, I/NGOs
• Bank, Commercial Institutions, Corporate Sectors
• Academic Institutions
• Media Sectors, TV, Radio and News Agencies
• Engineering Consultancies
• Research Institutions and consultancies

For the students who wish and pursue their higher studies abroad they will be eligible to get scholarships available in the reputed Universities. They can also apply to get fellowship from renowned scholarship programs; Fullbright (US, AUSAID, Australia), Erasmus Mundus (Europe), DAAD (Germany), ADB for post-graduate and Doctoral Studies.

Admission Procedure

Students seeking admission in Social Work must have secured at least D+ in all subjects in Grade 11 and Grade 12. 
OR
passed + 2 or Intermediate or PCL from TU or from any other institution recognized by TU with a minimum of 45% marks.

Course Content

First Year (Part I)

Core Subjects:

1. Introduction to Social Work
   • Overview of social work principles, ethics, and history.
2. Basic Sociology
   • Introduction to sociology, understanding society, social institutions, and social structures.
3. Social Work and Social Welfare
   • Concepts of social welfare and the role of social work in society.
4. Psychology I
   • Introduction to basic psychology, human behavior, and development.
5. English I
   • English language skills for effective communication in social work.
6. Social Work Methods I
   • Introduction to social work methods, focusing on casework and group work.

Second Year (Part II)

Core Subjects:

1. Social Work Methods II
   • Community Organization and Social Action for social development.
2. Social Problems in Nepal
   • Study of contemporary social issues in Nepal such as poverty, caste discrimination, and migration.
3. Social Work with Communities
   • Focus on community development practices and working with local communities to address social issues.
4. Human Rights and Social Justice
   • Understanding human rights concepts, social justice, and social work’s role in promoting these.
5. Research Methods in Social Work
   • Introduction to basic research methods used in social work.
6. English II
   • Advanced communication and report writing skills.

Third Year (Part III)

Core Subjects:

1. Social Work Practice I (Fieldwork and Practicum)
   • Practical fieldwork training in social work settings such as NGOs, government organizations, and community centers.
2. Social Work with Vulnerable Groups
   • Focus on social work with children, women, marginalized groups, and people with disabilities.
3. Social Welfare Policy and Legislation
   • Study of social welfare policies, laws, and regulations in Nepal and globally.
4. Mental Health and Social Work
   • Examining the relationship between mental health issues and social work practice.
5. Social Work with Families and Youth
   • Theories and practice in working with families, youth, and children.
6. Elective I (e.g., Social Work in Healthcare, International Social Work, Disaster Management)

Fourth Year (Part IV)

Core Subjects:

1. Social Work Practice II (Advanced Fieldwork)
   • Advanced fieldwork involving deeper engagement in complex social work settings.
2. Social Welfare Administration
   • Management and administration of social welfare programs and services.
3. Social Work with Groups and Institutions
   • Techniques for working with groups and institutions, including group therapy and institutionalized settings.
4. Social Work in Development and Humanitarian Services
   • Applying social work in development projects, humanitarian assistance, and crisis management.
5. Project Work/Research Project
   • Independent research project focused on social work topics, or a real-world project in collaboration with organizations.
6. Elective II (e.g., Social Entrepreneurship, Community Health, Environmental Social Work)

Comprehensive Viva Voce:

• A final oral exam to assess the overall knowledge and understanding of the student in the field of social work.

Fieldwork/Internship:

• Fieldwork is a critical component of the BASW program, with students engaging in practical training from the second year onward.
• The third and fourth years generally include more intensive and advanced fieldwork placements, with supervision and evaluation of students' practical social work experiences.

Electives Options (offered in the third or fourth year):

• Social Work in Healthcare
• International Social Work
• Social Work in Criminal Justice
• Disaster Management
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Community Development
• Social Advocacy and Social Action
• Humanitarian Aid and Social Work

Class Hours

• Morning Shift:
  06:30 am to 10:00 am