Program Overview
The Social Work Western Kansas at University of Kansas 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 Western Kansas 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 924 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 395 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Lawrence, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work Western Kansas programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Basic Field Practicum
- Basic Field Practicum
- Social Work Practice I
- Social Policy and Program Analysis
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Basic Field Practicum
- Basic Field Practicum
- Social Work Practice II
- Community and Organizational Practice
- Social Work Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited university
- Undergraduate studies must reflect the successful completion of liberal arts courses, including those in the social sciences and humanities which focus on the development of knowledge in communication; social, biological, and behavioral sciences; history; philosophy and the ways in which knowledge is gained and applied; and the value of a multicultural and diverse society.
- Undergraduate grade-point average of 3.0 or above
- Online application including three electronic reference forms and student-issued transcripts from all previously attended schools regardless of degree status
- All applicants who have been employed in a social work setting should submit an electronic M.S.W. reference form from at least one supervisor who can address the applicant\'s knowledge, skill and readiness for graduate social work education as one of the three references.
- Non-refundable application fee of $65 for domestic students and $85 for international students
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 924 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 395 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 924 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 395 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Kansas 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 Kansas
University of Kansas
Lawrence, United States
University of Kansas 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- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months