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PhD Social Work at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Social Work (Ph.D.) produces scholars who work interdisciplinarily through epistemologically diverse, research-intensive study and prepares future social work educators through instruction in sound pedagogical practice and mentored experiential learning.

Faculty: School of Social Work  |  Duration: 60 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

60 credit hours total. Required courses include SOWK 8022 Theory; SOWK 8116 Research Methods in Social Work; SOWK 8166 Qualitative Research Methods in Social Work; SOWK 8176 Data Analysis and Statistical Inference in Social Work I; SOWK 8176L Data Analysis and Statistical Inference in Social Work I Lab.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All persons who hold or will have earned an MSW degree by the time they begin doctoral studies, the addition of two years of post-MSW professional work experience would present a stronger application. Applicants are not required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE); however, a competitive score may strengthen your application. Applicants should also have an overall undergraduate grade point average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and an overall graduate (MSW) GPA of no less than 3.5 is also recommended. Vita/Resume Professional Goals Statement Scholarly Writing Sample Three Letters of Recommendation

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 60 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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