BSW
A 4-year Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), affiliated with Tribhuvan University, offered at Himalaya College, Koteshwor, Kathmandu, focused on community development, social research and casework for NGO, INGO and public-welfare careers.
Duration
4 Years, 8 Semesters
Affiliation
Tribhuvan University (TU)
A 4-year Bachelor of Social Work, affiliated with Tribhuvan University, focused on community development, social research and casework for students heading into the NGO, INGO and public-welfare sectors.
Subjects / Syllabus Overview
- Introduction to Social Work
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Community Development
- Research Methods
Career Prospects
BSW graduates go on to work with NGOs and INGOs, government social welfare programs, community development projects, and healthcare/counseling-adjacent roles, or pursue a Master of Social Work for clinical or policy-focused career tracks.
Syllabus
BSW runs across 4 years, combining classroom study with supervised fieldwork placements from Year 2 onward.
Year 1
- Introduction to Social Work
- Basic Sociology for Social Work
- English
- Nepali
- Nepal Studies
- Academic/Report Writing
Year 2
- Basic Psychology for Social Work
- Social Case Work Practice
- Social Work Practice with Groups
- Supervised Fieldwork I
Year 3
- Social Issues & Leadership Development
- Community Organization & Development
- Specialization electives begin
- Supervised Fieldwork II
Year 4
- Theoretical Ideologies of Social Work
- Advanced Specialization Courses
- Research Methods
- Capstone Fieldwork & Research Project
Fee Structure
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee (one-time) | NPR 25,000 |
| Tuition Fee (per semester) | NPR 35,000 |
| Examination Fee (per semester) | NPR 3,500 |
| Library & Computer Lab Fee | NPR 5,000 |
| ID Card & Miscellaneous | NPR 2,000 |
Figures above are indicative for the 4 Years, 8 Semesters program and may be revised. Please contact the admissions office for the current, detailed fee structure and available scholarships/installment options.
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