Master Thesis in Social Work
15.0 ECTS creditsStudents write a master's thesis and develop their skills in using theories and methods in social work to analysr a chosen problem.
Instruction is in the form of supervision and seminars. The thesis can either be in the form of a degree thesis or a research article. Supervision is only provided for the course duration. Reregistered students are offered additional supervision if circumstances permit.
Instruction is in the form of supervision and seminars. The thesis can either be in the form of a degree thesis or a research article. Supervision is only provided for the course duration. Reregistered students are offered additional supervision if circumstances permit.
Progressive specialisation:
A2E (second cycle, contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (120 credits)))
Education level:
Master's level
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in social care or social work (180 ECTS cr) with a major in social work or social care plus 45 ECTS cr at Master's level, including a 15 ECTS credit degree thesis and a social science methods course 15 ECTS cr. Upper secondary level Swedish B/3 or Swedish as a second language B/3 and English A/6, or equivalent.
Selection:
Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.
Course code:
SMAEX1
This course is included in the following programme
- Master Programme in Social Science: Focus Social Work (studied during year 2)
The course is not included in the course offerings for the next period.