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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Master of Arts in Social Work by Coursework and Research Report in the field of School Social Work. Master of Arts in Social Work by Coursework and Research Report in the field of School Social Work: Programme code: ACA17; Plan code: AFASCWS62 This course is offered on a part-time basis over two years of study. It comprises of two theory courses which provide students with in-depth knowledge in school social work to critically analyse and address relevant matters in the specialised field of study.
Faculty: Humanities | Department: Human and Community Development | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: part-time | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
SOCW7033A: Advanced Theory and Practice in the field of School Social Work This course introduces key concepts about school social work as a specialised field of social work. The course consists of an in-depth analysis of the ethics, norms and standards of school social work. It examines the educational context, applicable legislations, policies, and procedures.
Career opportunities with your MA in Social Work in the field of School Social Work include: Practicing as a School Social Worker registered with the SACSSP in your private capacity Employment in the public sector, especially in the Department of Social Development and/or the Department of Education Employment in the Independent Schools System An academic career, researching and lecturing in the s
The entry requirements are: The successful completion of a Bachelor of Social Work (four-year curriculum) 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% from the undergraduate social work research report; At least two years' work experience as a social worker preferably within a school setting will be an advantage; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). If candidates are going to undertake their field practice in another country, then they need to be registered as a social worker with the professional board of the specific country; A SAQA NQF level 8 for international Honours degree in Social Work; Able to attend four class weeks in the first year of study and two class weeks in the second year of study; and Attend an interview with a Selection C
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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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
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University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Health Sciences
University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Health Sciences
University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
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