Master of Social Work (MSW)
Postgraduate Program
Timings
- 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Programme Details
MSW - CD:
The MSW Community Development programme is aimed at training students to become high-quality professionals who can take up leadership positions in the development, health and welfare sectors. The programme offers an integrated curriculum, which weaves together classroom and field experiences. The Department is committed to the pursuit of social work campaigns to improve the quality of life of the downtrodden.
MSW - HRM:
This programme prepares the students to build careers in the HR departments of industries, hospitals, NGOs and other organisations. The programme offers an integrated curriculum, which weaves together classroom and field experiences. The Department is committed to the pursuit of social work campaigns to improve the quality of life of the downtrodden.
MSW - Medical & Psychiatry:
The programme provides knowledge, values and skills to students to become successful social workers with specialisation in Medical and Psychiatry. Psychiatry involves the study, diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. The programme offers an integrated curriculum, which weaves together classroom and field experiences. The Department is committed to the pursuit of social work campaigns to improve the quality of life of the downtrodden.
Admission & Selection Process
Admission Process : The applicants must fill in complete information on the online application form and upload all required certificates (whatever is available) and photos.
Selection Process : The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. There are two rounds in the interview. Once the final interview is over, candidates have to pay their programme fee within 3 days and the mode of payment must be online. The dates of the interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates and will be announced on the website.
Eligibility
- Graduates from recognised Universities with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate of all subjects as well as 50% marks in the cognate or major subjects.
- Candidates appearing for the final semester undergraduate examinations in April-May 2025 may apply with the marks of all the previous semesters.
- General: Candidates who have passed the three-year Bachelor’s Degree examination of Bangalore University
or any other University considered equivalent thereto by the Government of Karnataka, with the respective subject as
optional/major/special/main subject, are eligible for admission.
Note : SC/ ST/ Category I candidates having 5% marks less than that mentioned above are also eligible to apply. - Postgraduate applicants will have to indicate their cognate subject while entering the marks. For example, if a student is applying for MSc Chemistry, then the cognate subject is Chemistry in his/her BSc programme.
Syllabus
The syllabus for the Master of Social Work is as follows:
Fee Structure
| M.S.W. Community Development | Karnataka | Non-Karnataka | NRI / OCI | SAARC | Foreign |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (Non-refundable One-Time Fee) | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 / US $56 |
| I Year | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,80,000 | ₹1,80,000 | ₹2,20,000/US $2445 |
| II Year | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,85,000 | ₹1,85,000 | ₹2,25,000/US $2500 |
| M.S.W Medical & Psychiatry | Karnataka | Non-Karnataka | NRI / OCI | SAARC | Foreign |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (Non-refundable One-Time Fee) | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 / US $56 |
| I Year | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,85,000 | ₹1,85,000 | ₹2,25,000/US $2500 |
| II Year | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,45,000 | ₹1,90,000 | ₹1,90,000 | ₹2,30,000/US $2555 |
| M.S.W Human Resource Management | Karnataka | Non-Karnataka | NRI / OCI | SAARC | Foreign |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (Non-refundable One-Time Fee) | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 / US $56 |
| I Year | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,45,000 | ₹1,90,000 | ₹1,90,000 | ₹2,30,000/US $2555 |
| II Year | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,50,000 | ₹1,95,000 | ₹1,95,000 | ₹2,35,000/US $2611 |
THE ADDITIONAL FEE TO BE PAID IS AS FOLLOWS:
| A | Field Visit | 6,000 |
|---|
Note:
- Please note: if admitted, the fee must be paid in full within the time prescribed in the Admit Intimation.
- To claim the Karnataka category fee, the candidates should have studied the last 7 years in Karnataka. [Not applicable for OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), PIO (Person of Indian Origin), and Foreign Nationals].
NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates who:
- Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.
- NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category.
The Management / University does not collect any type of Capitation fees / Donation other than the fees mentioned above.
Programme Objectives
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Programme Outcomes
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Potential Career Options
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Admission Queries
For all queries related to admissions please contact the following:
| Mobile Number | 0091 94808 11912 |
|---|---|
| Email ID | [email protected] |
Note : Admission queries are addressed only through the above contact numbers and email ID.
In accordance with the Institution’s long-standing policy, St Joseph's University does not entertain any agents for admissions, neither accepts any capitation/donations for admissions nor endorses such practices. This policy is also propagated by our staff, students, and stakeholders. Any staff or student of SJU selling admissions of SJU will warrant legal action. Under no circumstances will the University be held responsible or liable in any way for any losses, expenses, costs or liabilities whatsoever resulting or arising directly or indirectly from any individual or group or company or agency falsely promising or guaranteeing seats in SJU.
St Joseph's University strives to always and uncompromisingly uphold its values.
Documents Required
Selected candidates must first update the following documents on their admission portal before the interview. The admitted students must submit the original documents at the Admin Office:
- Class 10th Certificate (High School) and Marks Card
- Class 11th Certificate and Marks Card
- Class 12th Certificate (Senior Secondary School) and Marks Card
- Undergraduate Marks Cards and Convocation Certificate
- Transfer Certificate from last qualified institution
- Migration Certificate if the candidate is outside Karnataka state
- Two passport-size photographs and one stamp-size photograph in formal dress with a white background
- Two Photocopies of the Online Payment Receipt
- Valid ID proof such as Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID Card
Candidates belonging to any of these categories -PIO / OCI / SAARC / FOREIGN NATIONALS-must submit the following documents:
- Photocopy of Passport and Visa Details
- Copy of PIO / OCI card (whichever is applicable and available at the time of admission)
- Certificate of Medical Fitness from an approved medical practitioner accredited by the Medical Council of India
- Resident Permit (If available)