Overview

The Social Work course from University of Saint Joseph trains students in the methodologies of social work practice, social policy, and organizational management with an emphasis on human values and ethics. Students develop knowledge and skills to promote social change by empowering and liberating people to reach their full potential and enhance their wellbeing.

The program includes two field placements in community or social services agencies. The work placements provide students with opportunities to apply their acquired knowledge and skills while acquiring new experiences in different and dynamic work environments. Graduates enter the workforce as innovative thinkers, advocates, competent practitioners , care managers, and agents of positive social change.

Career Opportunities

Social worker

Aged services worker

Youth worker

Child protection officer

Programme Structure

Courses include

Academic literacy

Thinking and Reasoning

Social Statistics

Human Behavior and Social Environment

Law, Society and Culture

Individual and Family Social Work

Abnormal Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-18 00:00:00

Language

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Macao, Macao (SAR)

Disciplines

Social Work

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Secondary School (Form 6/Year 12), or its equivalent. Applicants aged 23 or above are exempted from this requirement

Typical Applicants

Have strong communication skills

Are involved or interested in working with people

Are passionate about making our community a better place

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14000 USD / year

≈ 14000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8474 USD / year

≈ 8474 USD / year

Additional Details

National tuition: MOP 68,000/ year

Living costs

Macau

Macao (SAR)

7725 - 11167 MOP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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