Program Overview
The Social Work at University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a MSW 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
- Tuition: USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Pembroke, 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
- Micro Human Behavior and the Social Environment
- Foundations of Social Work Practice
- Social Welfare Policies and Programs
- Social Work in a Diverse Community
- Generalist Social Work Research
- Macro Human Behavior and the Social Environment
- Social Work Practice with Individuals
- Foundation Practicum I and Seminar
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).
- Submit a completed application
- Pay the non-refundable application\nfee of $60.00
- Submit one official transcript from\nall colleges/universities attended
- Submit an official transcript\nevaluation report such as by World Education Services (WES), International\nEducation Services (IES) or other accredited education evaluation service
- Submit an official report of\nsatisfactory scores on an entrance exam, if required by program of interest
- Submit satisfactory scores on the Test\nof English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language\nTesting System (IELTS), if English is not the native language
- Submit official proof of financial\nsupport, Financial Certification
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,201 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of North Carolina at Pembroke 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 Carolina at Pembroke
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Pembroke, United States
University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months