Master of Social Work at Walter Sisulu University

Programme overview

This is a degree by dissertation or research. It builds on the undergraduate work by deepening theory from various disciplines such as Psychology, Education and Sociology. Theories are intervention oriented and aim to empower those who need help so that they can solve the problems they face.

Faculty: Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Department of Social Work | Duration: 1 year | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Career options listed on the page include Social worker; Counsellor; Consultant; Academic; Researcher.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the MSW programme, an applicant must: • Possess a first degree in Social Work (BSW) or the equivalent qualification from another institution. • Show a level of proficiency which in the opinion of the Research committee of the Department indicates that he/she is likely to succeed in his/her studies. The level of proficiency required is an average of 60% overall and 60% in the area of interest from the BSW programme. • Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience. • The applicant must submit a concept paper briefly describing the area of research interest.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process

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