The School of Social Work and Social Policy offers a variety of vibrant, exciting, demanding and relevant Diploma and Certificate courses for a range of students, from school leavers to advanced professionals. Our Staff also are Research Active in a variety of interesting areas.
You will find in the School of Social Work recognized faculty who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. Our students experience an enriching educational environment that values learning based on scientific inquiry and a commitment to evidence-based practice. The institution has distinguished itself as a Centre of excellence; drawing students from virtually all major NGOs, Government departments and the Private sector.
Social work is the profession of people helping people. If you are committed to improving human lives, if you value human diversity, and if you believe in the importance of improving social problems and helping people live empowered lives, then social work may be the right profession for you. I invite you to experience the School of Social Work where we are committed to state-of-the-art social work education and research. We are building the leaders of tomorrow today.
Philosophy
The School of Social Sciences believes in working towards the restoration of the dignity of human kind through the holistic development of an individual.
Vision
To produce well qualified individuals of high integrity who are dedicated to alleviating social problems in the community.
Objectives
The academic programs in the School of Social Sciences are specifically designed to accomplish the following objectives:
- To acquaint students with the various fields within social sciences as well as their relationship to other disciplines.
- To develop the capacity to think independently, analytically, and creatively.
- To meet academic, scholarly and professional needs of students in all aspects of their pursuits.
- To prepare students for postgraduate studies and advanced research in the social sciences areas.