The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is a three-year undergraduate degree program aimed at training students to work in the field of social welfare and development. Under Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kerala, the BSW program equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in social work methods, social sciences, psychology, community organization, and welfare policies. It prepares graduates for careers in NGOs, hospitals, government departments, schools, rehabilitation centers, and community-based projects.
The BSW program is spread across six semesters, combining classroom learning, fieldwork, and skill development.
Methodology of Social Sciences
Introduction to Social Work
Social Science Perspectives for Social Work – I
English I
Additional Language I (Malayalam/Hindi/French)
Field Work Practicum I (Orientation Visits)
Introduction to Sociology
Social Work with Individuals (Case Work)
Social Science Perspectives for Social Work – II
English II
Additional Language II
Field Work Practicum II (Concurrent Field Work)
Psychology for Social Work
Social Work with Groups
Dynamics of Human Behaviour
Core Course Elective I (Optional)
Field Work Practicum III
Social Work with Communities and Social Action
Social Work Research & Statistics
Legal Information for Social Work
Core Course Elective II (Optional)
Field Work Practicum IV
Social Welfare Administration
Project Planning & Management
Environmental Studies and Disaster Management
Core Course Elective III
Field Work Practicum V
Social Work Profession in India
Human Rights and Social Legislation
Block Field Work Training
Project Work (Research-Based Dissertation)
Internal assessments (assignments, seminars, attendance)
University exams
Field work evaluations and viva-voce
Final year project and report
