Program Overview
The Social Work at Adelphi University is a MSW programme in Social Sciences, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York 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
- Issues in Social Welfare I: His and Phil of Social Welfare
- Human Behavior Theory For SWK Practice I
- ROLE - Required Online Learning Experience
- Foundations of Social Work Practice I
- Social Work Research I
- Field Instruction I
- Issues in Social Welfare II: Inequality,Inequity and Social Justice
- Human Behavior Theory For Social Work Practice II
- Foundations of Social Work Practice II
- Oppression, Diversity, and the Struggle for Human Rights
- Field Instruction 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 3 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).
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- Letters of reference*
- A personal essay
- A resume
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,165 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Adelphi 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 Adelphi University
Adelphi University
Garden City, United States
Adelphi University is a private university in the United States, located in Garden City, New York (Long Island), about 23 miles from New York City. It is known for its programs in business,...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English