MSW – Master of Social Work

Duration: 2 Years | 4 Semesters

Overview

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at A.R. Bhatt Educational Institute is a two-year postgraduate degree that prepares students for professional and leadership roles in the field of social welfare, human rights, and community development.

It offers an in-depth understanding of the methods, ethics, and frameworks used in social work, equipping learners with both academic insight and practical exposure to address complex social challenges. The program focuses on helping students understand human behavior, social systems, and developmental processes to create meaningful change within communities.

While candidates from any background — Humanities, Commerce, or Science — can pursue MSW, those with a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or relevant field experience are given preference. The MSW program is ideal for those with a compassionate mindset and a desire to work toward building an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable society.

Program Objectives

The MSW program aims to:

Develop professional social workers equipped to address social and economic inequalities.
Provide theoretical and practical training in social work practice, policy, and research.
Strengthen students’ abilities to plan, implement, and evaluate social welfare programs.
Promote ethical conduct, human rights, and social justice in all professional endeavors.
Build leadership qualities for community-based and organizational roles.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the MSW program, candidates must:

Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution (in any discipline).
Preference is given to graduates of BSW or related fields such as sociology, psychology, or social sciences.
Preference is given to graduates of BSW or related fields such as sociology, psychology, or social sciences.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with an MSW degree can pursue impactful careers across government, non-governmental, and corporate sectors. They play critical roles in welfare programs, development initiatives, policy design, and social counseling.

Popular Job Profiles Include:

Social Worker
Project Coordinator / Program Officer
Community Development Specialist
Professor / Lecturer in Social Work
Counselor / Therapist
NGO or CSR Executive
Human Rights Advocate
Health & Rehabilitation Specialist
HR Professional (CSR / Employee Welfare)
Disaster Management Officer

Employment Sectors:

Hospitals & Mental Health Centers
Correctional Cells & Prisons
Education & Counseling Centers
Disaster Management Departments
Old Age Homes & Rehabilitation Centers
Multinational Companies (CSR Divisions)
Community Welfare & Natural Resource Management Bodies

The career scope after MSW is vast and versatile — allowing graduates to contribute meaningfully to public policy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), education, healthcare, and humanitarian sectors.

Higher Studies & Research Opportunities

After completing MSW, candidates may pursue:

M.Phil. or Ph.D. in Social Work for academic and research excellence.
Specialized short-term certifications in Counseling, Public Policy, or Human Rights.
International fellowships and NGO programs, offering global exposure in development practice.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the MSW program, students will:

Understand social welfare systems, policies, and practices in depth.
Demonstrate counseling, research, and administrative proficiency.
Apply social work ethics, critical analysis, and advocacy in diverse environments.

The MSW program at A.R. Bhatt Educational Institute is rooted in compassion, service, and empowerment. It prepares professionals who not only respond to social issues but also lead movements of change and inclusion. True to our motto — “LEARN HERE, LEAD ANYWHERE” — our MSW graduates emerge as empathetic leaders dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities.