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Faculty of Social Sciences

Department of Government, Sociology, Social Work & Psychology

Programmes

Social Work (Special)

About the Programme

Learn how the principles of human rights and social justice are fundamental to social work.

You will discover:
  • How the social work profession promotes social change; problem solving in human relationships; enhances well-being;and empowers people, communities and organizations.
  • That social work intervenes where people interact with their environment, and uses different theories, approaches and strategies at various systems levels.
  • Professional growth through self-reflection and a guided practicum experience which is supported by a team of committed, dynamic and skilled practitioners.
  • How to deliver service to the most vulnerable across various cultures, settings and humans service organizations.

What Will I Study?

You will do courses in:
  • Social Work Theory and Practice
  • Psychology
  • Human Behaviour
  • Caribbean Social Problems, Planning and Policy
  • Methods in Sociological Research
To see a full course list, click here:

Facilities and Resources

Facilities and Resources
1) Enhance your learning at our campus by fully utilising the:
  • Laboratory experiences
  • 416 hours of Field practicum   (The Form)
  • Opportunities to network with experienced practitioners.
  • Video Library in the Learning Resource Centre (LRC)
  • Opportunity to do a study Abroad Exchange.

Research

Research and Faculty

Our Faculty does research in various areas of Social Work. We focus on policy, administration, therapeutic interventions; supporting legislative and social services institutional reforms; domestic violence, child rights, child protection, disability and HIV/AIDS, juvenile justice.Why Study in Barbados
Come for a semester on Study Abroad or do a full degree in a multicultural learning environment.  Enjoy the beach, experience the culture and excel in your studies.
We welcome local, international and regional students.

Career Opportunities

If you want to be:
  •  A catalyst for change;
  •  Be engaged in problem solving in human relationships;
  •  Involved in advocacy, lobbying, networking and coalition building to support change processes;
  •  Become a child protection specialist, or children’s advocate; a family worker, or community organizer;a probation worker; social work researcher or educator; family mediator; advisor in social policy and human service development; ’green’ social worker; social safety net planner;
  • Advance your career in Human Service Organizations; or
  • Continue on to postgraduate studies
Then this is the preferred study area we recommend for you!
 

Why Study in Barbados

Come for a semester on Study Abroad or do a full degree in a multicultural learning environment.  Enjoy the beach, experience the culture and excel in your studies.
We welcome local, international and regional students.

Additional Information

Social Work Practicum Manual

At a Glance

  • Degree Level: Undergraduate
  • Qualification: BSc
  • Duration: 3 - 5 years

Contact


Programme Details

30 courses approved by the Faculty of Social Sciences must be taken

To view the course list in the faculty handbook, click here »

Applications are accepted from November to February. However, expressions of interest are accepted ALL year. Vist the Admissions website to view Entry Requirements and to Apply Now»

Department of Government, Sociology, Social Work & Psychology
Telephone: (246) 417-4288/4293/4996 Fax:(246) 422-4425 Email: gss@cavehill.uwi.edu