Course Overview:
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program equips students with essential knowledge and skills to address social issues, advocate for justice, and support diverse communities. Through practical experience and theoretical learning, graduates are prepared for professional roles in social services.
Duration:
The BSW course typically spans 3 years and is divided into 6 semesters.
Syllabus:
BSW aims to provide a foundation in social work principles, human rights, community work, and welfare programs. It combines theoretical coursework with practical fieldwork, equipping students with skills necessary to work with marginalized groups, communities, and social welfare organizations. Below is a semester-wise breakdown:
Semester 1:
Introduction to Social Work
Social Work with Individuals
Sociology for Social Workers
Human Growth and Development
Language Paper 1
Elective: Social Work with Families
Semester 2:
Social Work with Groups
Social Work and Society
Psychology for Social Workers
Social Work Practicum 1: Field Visits
Language Paper 2
Elective: Community Organization and Development
Semester 3:
Social Work Research and Statistics
Social Work with Communities
Social Policy and Planning
Social Work Practicum 2: Community-Based Work
Elective: Gender and Social Work
Semester 4:
Human Rights and Social Justice
Social Welfare Administration
Communication and Counseling in Social Work
Social Work Practicum 3: Fieldwork
Elective: Disaster Management and Social Work
Semester 5:
Social Work with Persons with Disabilities
Rural and Urban Community Development
Public Health and Social Work
Project/Dissertation Work
Elective: Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
Semester 6:
Social Entrepreneurship and Social Work
Environmental Social Work
Social Work Ethics and Values
Project/Dissertation Presentation
Elective: Social Work with Children and Youth
Average Fees:
The average fees for BSW in India range between INR 10,000 to INR 60,000 per year, depending on the institution and location.
Exams to Attend:
Admission to BSW is generally merit-based, though some institutions may require entrance exams or interviews to assess candidates.
Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India for BSW (Combined Rankings):
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
Delhi University (DU), New Delhi
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
Loyola College, Chennai
Madras School of Social Work, Chennai
Christ University, Bangalore
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
University of Calcutta, Kolkata
University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for BSW:
University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
Calicut University, Calicut
Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi
Loyola College of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram
Sacred Heart College, Thevara
St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam
Farook College, Calicut
St. Joseph’s College, Devagiri, Calicut
Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram