MA (Social Work) MA Social Work (Occupational) at University of the Witwatersrand

Programme overview

Master of Arts in Social Work by Coursework and Research Report in the field of Occupational Social Work. Master of Arts in Social Work by Coursework and Research Report in the field of Occupational Social Work: Programme code: ACA14; Plan code: APASOCW61 The occupational social work programme is offered on a part-time basis only and comprises two theory courses which address relevant issues in the specialised field of occupational social work, as well as a two-year practical internship. In addition, students are required to complete a research report in the field of occupational social work.

Faculty: Humanities | Department: Human and Community Development | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: part-time | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

SOCW 7018A: Advanced Theory and Practice in Occupational Social Work This course defines what occupational social work practice is and explores why it is a specialised field of social work. Students are exposed to various models and theoretical frameworks of occupational social work in order to understand current discourses in the field. Students are given the opportunity to learn and be equipped

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Entry requirements

Entrance requirements include the following: The successful completion of a four year Bachelor or Honours degree in Social Work, with a minimum average of 65% in the final year of study (excluding the research report mark); A minimum of 65% for the undergraduate social work research report is required; At least two years’ work experience as a social worker; Registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a social worker; A SAQA NQF level 8 for international Honours degree in Social Work; Be able to attend five weeks of classes in the first year of study and one week in the second year of study; and The successful outcome of the selection process, which includes the completion of a written assignment and attendance at an interview with a Selection Committee. Please submit the Social Work Department Form with your Postgraduate Application via the self-s

ZAR 66,900 for the whole programme (2026). Average tuition fee per programme for 2026 as stated in the 2026 Fees Book, Chapter 2 (Average Tuition Fees); excludes additional charges (notes, computer, lab and other fees). Postgraduate international students pay local tuition plus the non-refundable Source

Postgraduate applications are made online at www.wits.ac.za/applications; the closing date for each programme is listed in its course finder entry. The application fee is R200 (not payable by current Wits students applying online), paid via the Self-Service Portal or by EFT to the Wits University Application Fees account at FNB.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wits.ac.za/applications

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