Study Abroad Programs: Social Work
Social work is an academic discipline and profession that is focused on the social, economic, and cultural well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Students pursuing social work abroad will engage in a curriculum that encompasses the development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective intervention, advocacy, and policy-making. Programs may include courses on human behavior, social welfare policy, research methods, and ethical practice.
Social work study abroad programs aim to provide students with the opportunity to learn from and engage with diverse communities and organizations, enhancing their cultural competence and understanding of global social issues. Students may participate in fieldwork experiences, community service projects, and internships, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Study abroad advisors and previous program participants' reviews can provide valuable insights into program quality and cultural immersion opportunities. Aspiring social workers should consider these factors when selecting a program to ensure they receive a high-quality education and a meaningful study abroad experience.
Social Work - Featured Programs
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Cape Town is a beautiful port city on South Africa’s southwest coast, with a colorful mix of cultures, cuisines, and landscapes.
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We Volunteer Nepal Keeps running a program of activities which harness tourism to develop local communities in a positives way.Collaborate with the local rural community a...
Based in Lugano, Switzerland, this program gives you a good background in international studies with additional insight into the traditional values of the Swiss political ...
This course examines the impact of social problems with a focus on HIV/AIDS in Uganda and the role of the social work field. It explores the utilization of various profes...
Customized Internships for all majors in a variety of European countries! Linguistic Horizonsarranges customized internship placements for univesity students and recent g...
The 6-week program "Social Realities in Larin America" (January 5th - February 17th, 2024) is an academic program meant to sharpen the students' awareness of the main deve...
Volunteers with professional credentials, or those currently enrolled in medical/nursing school are welcome at a district hospital outside of Arusha. Patient count can var...
Internships in Guatemala are available from the first and third Monday of each month. Placements are based in and around Santa Lucia Milpas Altas, just 15 minutes from Ant...
Internships in Peru are available beginning every Monday. Placements are based in Cusco city and the beautiful surrounding valleys. The locations are optimal for combining...
Ecuador is our newest and most affordable internship program available. True to the Adelante Abroad mission, this program is economical with hand picked participating comp...
The Balkans Semester for the Study of War and Peace is an interdisciplinary, humanities based program centered around the themes of war and peace, conflict and reconciliat...
Study abroad for a semester or year at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology in a range of subject areas:Art, Media and DesignBusinessComputing and Information Techno...
Global Graduate Programs for ChangemakersEarn your Master’s degree abroad while making a real-world impact. IPSL offers two innovative graduate programs—International Deve...
