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MSW (Master of Social Work)

About the Department

The Department of Social Work at Cheran Arts Science College is committed to developing socially responsible professionals equipped with knowledge, skills, and values required for community development and social welfare. The department focuses on understanding social issues, human behaviour, and community dynamics while promoting social justice and sustainable development. The programme integrates academic learning with fieldwork and community engagement, enabling students to gain practical experience in addressing real-life social challenges. The department emphasizes ethical practice, professional competence, and service-oriented learning.

Our Vision

To be a centre of excellence in social work education by nurturing professionals committed to social transformation and community empowerment.

Our Mission

  • To provide professional education in social work and community development.
  • To develop analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills among students.
  • To promote social responsibility and ethical professional practice.
  • To prepare students for careers in social service organizations, NGOs, and welfare institutions.
  • To encourage research and community-oriented initiatives for social development.

Programme Overview

The MSW programme is designed to provide advanced knowledge in social work theory, social policies, community organization, and human resource development. The curriculum combines classroom learning with extensive fieldwork training, enabling students to understand social problems and implement effective intervention strategies. Students gain exposure to areas such as medical and psychiatric social work, rural and urban community development, family welfare, and organizational social responsibility. The programme prepares students for professional roles in social service sectors, government agencies, and development organizations.

  • Social Work Theories and Practice
  • Community Organization and Development
  • Social Case Work and Social Group Work
  • Social Welfare Administration
  • Human Resource Management
  • Social Research Methods
  • Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
  • Rural and Urban Community Development
  • Field Work and Dissertation

The curriculum is designed as per Bharathiar University guidelines and aligned with professional social work practices.

Students receive extensive practical exposure through supervised fieldwork in NGOs, hospitals, community organizations, and welfare institutions. Field visits, community surveys, case studies, and social intervention projects provide hands-on experience in social work practice. Practical training helps students develop professional skills in counselling, community engagement, and social programme implementation.

  • Counselling Skills Development
  • Community Development Training
  • NGO Management Basics
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Leadership Development Programmes
  • Career Development Workshops

These value-added courses enhance professional competence and improve employability in social service sectors.

  • Social Worker
  • NGO Programme Coordinator
  • HR Executive
  • Community Development Officer
  • Medical Social Worker
  • Counsellor (with additional qualifications)
  • Welfare Officer
  • Research Assistant

Students can also pursue higher studies such as Ph.D in Social Work or related research programmes.

The Department of Social Work is supported by qualified and experienced faculty members specializing in social work practice, community development, and social research. Faculty members emphasize field-based learning, ethical practice, and continuous mentoring to develop professional competence among students. The department encourages participation in community outreach programmes, seminars, and research activities to strengthen social awareness and professional skills.