BSc (Hons) Social Work (Top-Up)

Mauritian Applicants
International Applicants

Social Work is a key area aimed at providing professional support to society’s vulnerable citizens. Having an academic qualification in this field enables social workers to develop and enhance their skills and competencies to address challenges through a professional approach. This Top Up programme is specifically designed for those who already possess a Diploma in Social Work and want to upgrade their qualification in this area.
AIMS: Upon completion of the programme; learners will acquire advanced knowledge required by professional social workers.
This programme covers a range of issues central in the understanding of social work and include social work practice, ethical issue, clinical social work, gender issues and abuse of vulnerable people.
Foster critical thinking and analytical skills.
Empower students with the ability to advocate.
A degree in Social Work opens up avenues in areas such as national governments and local bodies including child/family welfare agencies and departments of health and human services, NGOs, the private sector and even offers the possibility of higher studies

Tuition fees

 No Tuition fees for first time undergraduates Mauritian Learners

Entry Requirements

1.Cambridge School Certificate with at least five credits or equivalent

and EITHER
(i) For fresh HSC holders:
Three (3) passes at Principal Level (A-Level) and Two (2) passes at Sub Level (inappropriate subjects as indicated in the specific programme requirements)

(ii) For mature candidates:
Either Two (2) passes at Principal Level (A-Level)(in appropriate subjects as indicated in the specific programme requirements) Or One (1)pass at Principal Level (A-level), should be above25 years old and possess three years of working experience.

And
(2)Candidates must hold a Diploma in Social Work from a recognised institution Learners must submit all relevant documents. Application for exemption will not be entertained

Intake 2025
  • February
  • August

Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Open university of Mauritius Toppers after graduation

Duration

 Minimum: 1.5 years Maximum: 3 years
Year 1
  • Ethics and the Law in Social Work
  • Social Work Practice |
  • Clinical Social Work
  • Sexuality and Health
  • Social Work Research
  • Society, Social Issues and Social Work Intervention
  • Social Work Practice II
  • Assessment and Intervention with Groups, Communities, Organisations & Institutions
  • Globalisation and Contemporary Issues in Social Work

Year 2
  • Gender and Social Work
  • Assessment and Intervention with Vulnerable Populations
  • Social Project Development & Management
  • Ageing and Social Work Practice
  • Dissertation (S2 and S3)
Payment Facilities
Instalments Facilities upon request
Number of Modules
14 Modules (6/7.5 Credits)
Dissertation (15Credits)
Fee Structure

Mauritian
Total: Rs 72,275

SADC

International (Non-SADC)
Total: US$ 5,880
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