Program Overview
The Social Work at Seattle 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 7
- Location: Seattle, 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
- Generalist Practice I: Social Work Individuals & Families
- Generalist Practice II: Social Work with Groups
- Generalist Practice III: Social Work with Organizations and Communities
- Social Work and Social Justice: Ethical Professional Formation
- Social Work Foundations: History and Justice - Policy
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Human Development Across the Life Span
- Social Work Research I: Methods and Design
- Social Work Research II: Program Evaluation
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 3 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).
Admission Requirements
- Completed baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with 3 courses (5 quarter credits or 3 semester credits each) in liberal arts content. Specifically one course in each of the areas: Humanities, Social Science, and Natural Science.
- A grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better on a 4.0 scale in your last 90 quarter/60 semester credits is expected. Applicants with a GPA below the required minimum submit an explanatory statement with the application to be considered for an exception. Applicants with degrees from non-graded institutions will be required to submit official GRE scores in lieu of a GPA.
- Prerequisite Course: A statistics course (college level) with a passing grade is required for enrollment. Students may apply if they have not completed a statistics course. However, the course must be completed prior to enrollment into the MSW program.
- Criminal Background Check / Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) report: While a certified background check is not part of the application process, applicants who are offered admission to the Seattle University MSW Program will receive instructions to complete the certified background check online. Students with a criminal record should be aware that human service agencies often require a CORI report on students who apply to their agencies for field placements. A positive CORI may preclude the student from many potential field placements and will severely limit the field placements available to the student. The Seattle University MSW Program cannot guarantee field placements (a requirement for completion of the MSW degree and social work licensure) for students with a positive CORI. Prospective applicants with questions or concerns about these requirements should contact the Director of the MSW Program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Seattle University
Seattle University
Seattle, United States
Seattle University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months