major: Social Work

Informational Text

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program fosters a commitment to creating social change through a holistic practice of social work that emphasizes the attainment of biopsychosocial-economic and spiritual wellbeing, especially among people who experience systematic marginalization and oppression. Through an educational experience founded on critical thinking, research, service, and social justice and enriched through diverse community partnerships, the program prepares professional advanced generalist social workers for multi-method clinical and administrative practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
The UNF MSW program offers both Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks. The Advanced Standing track is designed for students who have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree and are academically prepared for accelerated graduate study. The Advanced Standing Program of Study (33 credits) begins during the summer semester and may be completed in one academic year. MSW courses are offered face-to-face on the UNF campus during the late afternoon and evening hours.
Field education is the "signature pedagogy" of social work education. Advanced Standing students must complete 500 hours of field education at the advanced generalist level.

Foundation (3 credits)

Major Requirements (18 credits)

Major Electives (12 credits)