Program Overview
The Social Work (MSW) at University of Mississippi is a Master 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 (MSW) 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
- Tuition: USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Oxford, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work (MSW) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theories and Methods of Family Intervention
- Advanced Practice with Groups
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- Clinical Supervision
- Evaluation Research
- Theories of Psychotherapy
- Traumatic Stress and Crisis Intervention
- Substance Abuse and Addiction
- Field Instruction III
- Field Instruction IV
- Leadership and Administration
- Forensic Social Work with Children
- Clinical Practice with Children
- Social Work in Health Care Settings
- Gerontological Social Work
- Human Behavior and the Social Environment
- Social Work Practice with Individuals
- Social Work Research Methods
- Social Welfare Policies and Programs
- Practice with Families and Groups
- Practice with Organizations and Communities
- Field Instruction I
- Field Instruction II
- Theories and Methods of Family Intervention
- Advanced Practice with Groups
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- Clinical Supervision
- Evaluation Research
- Theories of Psychotherapy
- Traumatic Stress and Crisis Intervention
- Substance Abuse and Addiction
- Field Instruction III
- Field Instruction IV
- Leadership and Administration
- Forensic Social Work with Children
- Clinical Practice in Child Welfare
- Social Work in Health Care Settings
- Gerontological Social Work
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- A completed paper or online application form.\nApplicants must note on their applications whether they are electing\nfull-time or part-time status. \n
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- An official score from a standardized test:\nGMAT for programs in the School of Accountancy, GMAT or GRE for the School\nof Business Administration, and GRE (verbal and quantitative sections) for\nmost other programs. Other materials may be required by specific\ndepartments. \n
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- Official transcripts from the institution\nconferring the baccalaureate degree and from all colleges and universities\nsubsequently attended. Only transcripts mailed directly from the sending\ninstitution to the Graduate School are considered official. \n
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- Proof of immunization \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 849 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Mississippi 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 Mississippi
University of Mississippi
Oxford, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
