Program Overview
The Social Work at University of North Dakota is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 860 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Grand Forks, 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
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment II
- Generalist Practice with Individuals and Families
- Generalist Practice with Treatment and Task Groups
- Generalist Practice with Communities and Organizations
- Social Policy
- Generalist Research Methods and Analysis
- Generalist Practice Field Education I
- Generalist Practice Field Education Seminar I
- Generalist Practice Field Education II
- Generalist Practice Field Education Seminar II
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:
A completed application consists of the following:
- Graduate School Application
- Three references
- 3-5 page personal statement (the essay described in the Graduate School application) covering: motivation for being a social worker, values and beliefs regarding social work, experience with diversity, qualities the applicant brings to the profession, personal qualities in leadership and creativity, and professional goals.
- Resume
- Official transcript (undergraduate and graduate course work)
- Background check
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 860 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 860 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, United States
University of North Dakota is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 36