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Stellenbosch University

Master of Social Work

The Master of Social Work in Humanities and Social Sciences is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Master of Social Work offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

This research programme in social work enables students to undertake independent research with the guidance of a supervisor, leading to a thesis that constitutes 100% of the programme's final mark. The programme extends over one or two years depending on the entry point. 

Programme Structure

You must attend a workshop on research that does not contribute to the final mark, and conduct an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisor. The outcomes of the programme have a direct connection with a specific field in social work and satisfy the requirements that are set by the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

Programme Content

Compulsory Module

Thesis (Social Work) 871(180)

 

Assessment and Examination

The thesis is assessed according to the regulations of Stellenbosch University for Master's theses.