BA Social Work

The BA Social Work at Methodist University trains students to support individuals, families, and communities facing social challenges. This programme sits within the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences and focuses on practical skills for helping others.

What social work programmes cover

Programmes like this usually cover the principles of social work, child and family welfare, community development, and social policy. You learn how to assess people's needs, support vulnerable individuals, and connect them with services. The degree also builds skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, which are useful in many people-centred jobs.

How competitive is a place

Admission for this programme at Methodist University is less competitive than at some other universities. For comparison, the same programme at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is highly competitive, while Central University and SD Dombo University are also less competitive. That means your chances of getting a place depend on meeting the general entry requirements, and you should check whether your grades qualify. No specific aggregate is published here.

Where this degree can take you

Graduates typically go into social work roles in government agencies, NGOs, schools, and health facilities. You might work directly with individuals and families, or in community development and social policy planning. Other common paths include counselling, child protection, and work with organisations that support the elderly or people with disabilities.