What is a social work major, and what does it study?
Social work is a practice-based profession, including an academic discipline that promotes social change and development, as well as empowerment and liberation of people. Principles of human rights, collective responsibility, as well as respect for diversity are central to social work.
Education
Those studying the social work specialty acquire knowledge such as the theory and history of social work, legal protection, economic foundations, and modern theories of social welfare. They have an internship in social security agencies created for different groups of citizens, clinics, and rehabilitation centers.
The perspective of the major
Social work is one of the most demanded and dynamically developing professions in modern conditions. Social changes that take place in society require highly qualified specialists who can quickly and competently perform the tasks assigned to them. Also, there is a need for high-level specialists who can work with different categories of people and have a positive impact on society with their professional activities.
Career opportunities
The profession of a social worker is multi-directional and multi-faceted. These specialists can work in the field of formation and implementation of state social policy and non-commercial sectors.
Potential jobs for social work graduates
State and municipal structures;
Medical care institutions;
Family and child welfare centers;
Rehabilitation centers;
Daycare centers;
Education and training institutions;
International and local NGOs;
Charitable organizations
You can download the study schedule of the Social work majorHERE (full time).
You can download the study schedule of the Social work major HERE(by correspondence).
Master’s degree in Social Work
The Master’s degree program in Social Work (060805) has been developed by the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On Education” and other relevant legislative acts.
The program lasts 2 years, consists of 4 semesters, and covers a curriculum of 120 credits.
The program taught visually, aims to develop students’ professional knowledge and skills in social work. Students who complete this program acquire high knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Students study the history and development of social work, theory and different methodological approaches in depth. They gain skills in applying modern approaches in the field of regulation and management of social processes, especially in the context of the information society.
The program teaches students to correctly imagine social processes, assess their indicators and make forecasts for management. Students also learn to conduct research in various areas of social work and prepare scientific research using modern technologies.
Students learn to prepare proposals for solving social problems, consider the interests of social groups and associations, study social issues in enterprises and organizations, and prepare independent measures.
Students gain theoretical and practical knowledge in implementing social programs, projects, and events. They are also provided with wide opportunities to develop, implement, and evaluate effective strategies in various areas of social work.
Students develop skills in preparing and implementing scientific research projects. In addition to conducting scientific research in the field of social work, and preparing scientific reports and documents, they also acquire professional knowledge in ensuring scientific and methodological work in the educational process.
The Master's program is taught in two main specializations
Specialization name: Social Work in Different Areas of Life This specialization provides lessons and practical experience in applying social work in various areas, including healthcare, education, culture and other regions.
Faculty: International Magistrate and Doctoral Studies Center
Study level: Master's degree
Duration of studies: 2 years (4 semesters), full-time
You can download the curriculum for the Social Work in Different Areas of Life HERE.
Specialization name: Youth Work This specialization teaches theory and practical skills in the field of social development of youth, methods of working with their problems and improving social work with youth.
Faculty: International Magistrate and Doctoral Studies Center
Study level: Master's degree
Duration of studies: 2 years (4 semesters), full-time