Program Overview
The Social Work at East Tennessee University 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 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 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Johnson City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- SOWK 5101 - Multicultural Practice (3 credits)
- SOWK 5102 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (3 credits)
- SOWK 5103 - Social Work Practice Foundation I (3 credits)
- SOWK 5104 - Social Welfare Policy and Services (3 credits)
- SOWK 5106 - Field Practicum I (4 credits)
- SOWK 5208 - Advanced Standing Bridge Course (3 credits)
- SOWK 5430 - Psychopathology in Social Work Practice (3 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited college or university;
- A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credit-hours or 90 quarter credit-hours, with an overall cumulative GPA of 2.75;
- A liberal arts base consisting of course content in:
- English composition and literature;
- Math and Natural Sciences;
- Humanities;
- Social and/or Behavioral Sciences courses taken from a combination of Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, and Government;
- Three (3) letters of reference that address the applicant\xc2\x92s abilities and potential for graduate education and professional social work practice;
- A r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 that includes personal data, educational experience, work/volunteer experience, special skills, attributes, and professional affiliations and recognition; and
- The School of Graduate Studies requests a 150-300 word essay detailing \xc2\x93your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.\xc2\x94 In addition, the MSW Program requests an Autobiographic Statement essay, not to exceed 1470 words, discussing the development of your interest in a career in social work, and explaining why you are interested in pursuing your MSW at ETSU and what you hope to gain from your time in the program. Discuss personal characteristics that will contribute to your success in graduate school and in the social work profession. Explain what you would like to do upon completion of the MSW. Both essays are submitted as separate documents in the application for the School of Graduate Studies.
- Sound interpersonal skills that would support respectful relationships and affirmation of people from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong motivation for a career in social work and suitability for the profession.
- Personal integrity that would demonstrate potential for meeting the objectives of the program and for adhering to the Code of Ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers.
- Critical thinking skills and skills in oral and written communication consistent with graduate-level students.
- Satisfactory completion of no less than 63 semester hours for those admitted to the Traditional Entry program and 37 credits hours for those admitted to the Advanced Standing program.
- Completion of all required courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and at least a grade of \xc2\x93B\xc2\x94 in all core courses and field coursework. Satisfactory completion of the foundation coursework is required before advancing to second-year coursework and internship. Students may repeat a course for which the final grade is \xc2\x93B-\xc2\x94 or lower only one time in order to complete graduation requirements. However, the second grade does not replace the first; all grades are computed into the GPA.
- Satisfactory completion of the program\xc2\x92s culminating experience, with a grade of \xc2\x93B\xc2\x94 or better, which is the integrating activity of the program and includes a comprehensive evaluation of the student\xc2\x92s performance.
- Upon completion of the foundation, students will be evaluated for continuation in the program based upon coursework, fieldwork, and suitability for the profession.
- The MSW program must be completed in 4 years.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact East Tennessee University 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 East Tennessee University
East Tennessee University
Johnson City, United States
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is a public land-grant research university in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1794, two years before Tennessee became the 16th state, it is...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2017-12-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months