BA Social Work

Overview

Social workers can never be too many in any country. The ills of society and the uncertainties of life create so many avenues for professionals in the area of social work to bring their skills and knowledge to bear. This program is specifically designed to expose you to the practice and knowledge of social interventions, institutions and principles.

The program targets those who work or desire to work in social intervention institutions and public sector organizations. Graduates also go on to work in other sectors of the economy where their skills and knowledge are vital.

Modules and courses

YEAR ONE: SEMESTER ONE

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE		TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSES
SOWK 155	Introduction to the nature and profession of Social Work		3		1		3
SOWK 157	Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Policy		3		1		3
SOWK 257	Working with Individuals and Groups		3		1		3
SOC 151	Introduction to Sociology I		3		1		3
SOC 153	Social organization and World cultures I		3		1		3
SOC 251	Introduction to Sociological Thought I		3		1		3
YEAR ONE: SEMESTER TWO
COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE		TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSES
SOWK 259	Developmental Social Work		3		1		3
SOWK 260	Social Welfare Policies and Programs		3		1		3
SOWK 261	Techniques of Social Work Practice		3		1		3
SOWK 262	Working with Communities		3		1		3
SOC 152	Introduction to Sociology II		3		1		3
SOC 154	Social Organization and World Cultures II		3		1		3
SOC 254	Social Structure of Ghana		3		1		3
SOC 256	Urban Sociology		3		1		3

YEAR TWO: SEMESTER ONE
COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE		TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSES
SOWK 351	Theories of Social Work		3		1		3
SOWK 353	Research Methods in Social Work (Qualitative Research)		3		1		3
SOWK 355	Generalist Practice in Social Work		3		1		3

b) ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE TWO)
SOWK 359	Social Work and The Law		3		1		3
SOWK 363	Social Work with Children		3		1		3
SOWK 365	Medical Social Work		2		1		2
SOWK 390	Practicum 1		6		1		6
YEAR TWO: SEMESTER TWO
COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE		TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSES
SOWK 352	Human Growth and Development		3		1		3
SOWK 354	Research Methods in Social Work (Quantitative Research)		3		1		3
SOWK 356	Personality Development and Behaviour Disorders		3		1		3
ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE TWO)
SOWK 369	International Social Work		3		1		3
SOWK 367	Social Work in Industrial Organization		3		1		3
SOWK 389	Practicum 2		6		1		6

YEAR THREE: SEMESTER ONE
COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSES
SOWK 451	Human Behaviour in Social Environment I	3		1		3
SOWK 453	Approaches to Counselling in Social Work	3		1		3
SOWK 455	Communication in Social Work	3		1		3
SOC 490	Project Work / Long Essay	3		1		3
SOWK 391	Practicum 3	6		1		6
ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE TWO)
SOWK 457	Working with People Living with Disabilities	3		1		3
SOWK 469	Working with Families	3		1		3
SOWK 475	Social Justice System, Deviance and Criminology	3		1		3

YEAR THREE: SEMESTER TWO
COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE		TEACHING HOURS		TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL HOURS		CREDIT HOURS
CORE COURSE
SOWK 456	Culture in Social Work		3		1		3
SOWK 452	Human Behaviour in Social Environment II		3		1		3
SOWK 454	Approaches to Counselling in Social Work II		3		1		3
SOWK 490	Project Work / Long Essay		3		1		3
ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE TWO)
SOWK 465	Urban Transformation		3		1		3
SOWK 472	Community Organisation and Development		3		1		3
SOWK 459	Women’s Welfare and Development		3		1		3
SOWK 476	Correctional Services: Working with Offenders		3		1		3

Mode of course delivery

The programme is offered through distance education, a learning oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. The approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.

At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.

Academic Support Systems/Services

Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.

The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.

Learning centres

Head of department

Exam officer

Programme coordinator

Entry Requirements: Applicants with any of the following qualifications from an accredited University or Institution:

Diploma in Social Work
Degree or Diploma in Education
Diploma from Teacher Training Colleges/Nursing Training College
HND in Management or Human Resource Management
Degree or Diploma in Theology and Biblical Studies.

How to Apply

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Our online application is simple and takes 10-15 minutes to complete. Keep handy your parents' information, copy of school certificates, copy of birth certificate and programme of interest.

See Admissions period and deadlines

Ghanaian applicants

Ghanaian applicants can purchase online application e-vouchers at the following places:

Ecobank
GCB
Consolidated Bank Ghana -CBG

Applicants must ensure that they purchase Distance Learning e-vouchers and NOT regular stream undergraduate/postgraduate e-vouchers to avoid complication.

E-Vouchers may be purchased by bankers draft payable to KNUST Institute of Distance Learning (IDL).

Cost of application e-vouchers

Programme	Cost for Ghanaian applicants
Diploma & Certificate programmes	GH¢170.00
Top-up undergraduate programmes	GH¢250.00
Postgraduate programmes - Cost Includes entrance interview fees	GH¢ 280.00

Ghanaian applicants can purchase via mobile shortcode by dialing *447*160# on all networks in Ghana and follow the prompts. Applicants must ensure that they purchase Distance Learning e-vouchers not regular stream e-vouchers to avoid complication.

Steps to purchase e-voucher via mobile shortcode (Ghanaian applicants only):

Dial *885# on all networks in Ghana
Select option 2 for Forms and E-vouchers
Select option 2 for KNUST
Select programme category:
- option 1 for Undergraduate IDL or
- option 2 for IDL Diploma or
- option 3 for Postgraduate
View cost price of selected category and select option 1 to continue
Enter your first and last name and continue
Review transaction details and select option 1 to confirm payment.

International applicants

International applicants must generate logins and apply online. International applicants who are admitted will be required to pay the appropriate application fee stated in the table below before registration.

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Programme	Application fee for International applicants
Diploma & Certificate programmes	US$150.00
Top-up undergraduate programmes	US$150.00
Postgraduate programmes - Cost Includes entrance interview fees	US$250.00

Documents you will need before you apply online:

Passport picture soft copy (Dimension 470 by 470 pixels - JPG/JPEG/PNG format, with a light green background)
A certified true copy of your:
- WASSCE/SSCE/ ‘A’ Level certificate - Diploma & Certificate applicants only (PDF format)
- HND/Diploma certificate - Top-up undergraduate applicants only (PDF format)
- Undergraduate certificate – Postgraduate applicants only (PDF format)
Copy of your birth certificate (PDF format)
Scanned copy of recognized National ID (JPG/JPEG/PNG/)

Steps to complete your online application

Applicants must follow carefully the instructions

Visit https://admissions.knust.edu.gh (KNUST Admissions portal). Login using the serial number and pin on your e-voucher.
Applicants must ensure that they select DISTANCE LEARNING MODE and not regular stream when beginning the online application.
Complete and submit the application online.
Only results and documents provided by applicants at the time of submission shall be considered.
Applicants must ensure that they use active phone numbers and email addresses during and after the application process.
DEADLINE for Application Submission is 30TH NOVEMBER, 2024.

For more information, please call: 0247274661 or 0500482885 or 0501102650.

Please note: Programmes would be mounted depending on the number of qualified applicants and only at Centres with the requisite number of qualified applicants. Please contact Main IDL Office for details.

Only candidates who successfully gain admission will be notified subsequently.

Top-up Undergraduate degree programme

College of Humanities and Social sciences

Duration

Tuition fee (GH₵)

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