Program Overview
The Social Work-Criminology and Criminal Justice at University of Nebraska Omaha is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Work-Criminology and Criminal Justice programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Omaha, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work-Criminology and Criminal Justice programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research & Computer Applications
- Clinical Social Work with Individuals
- Clinical Social Work with Groups
- Social Work Practice with Families
- Advanced Community Practice
- Supervision and Personnel Administration
- Social Welfare Planning
- Social Work Practice in Health and Mental Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Program-Specific Requirements
- Three letters of recommendation - please provide the names and email addresses of your recommenders and a request form will be mailed directly to each recommender by UNO when you submit your online application.
- Statement of Purpose (also known as Personal Essay) - a five page personal statement (specific criteria for the essay can be found at (http://www.unomaha.edu/socialwork/documents/MSW_admissions_info.pdf).
- Five-page personal statement; specific criteria for the essay can be found at http://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/social-work/_files/documents/msw-admissions-info.pdf
- Updated (current) resume or work history
- The MS application for Criminology and Criminal Justice is completed online adhering to the same admission criteria for the MSW degree. The personal statement and letters of recommendation for admission to the MSW degree will be used by the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice to admit students.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska Omaha directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Nebraska Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, United States
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is a public research university in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Founded in 1908 by faculty from the Omaha Presbyterian Theological Seminary as a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months