Master of Social Work approved syllabus with Fee structure of RGCCS 1 Syllabus Mumbai University by munotes
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UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
Ordinances, Regulations and Syllabus
For
Master of Social Work
(Choice Based Credit Systemwith effect from the academic year 2016 ‐2017)
Introduction
The vision of the Master of Social Work (MSW) programme is to build a cadre of committed
grassroots level development and professional social workers who would be fully equipped to respond
to the changing global and local socio-economic realities. The programme, developed on a liberal arts
paradigm enables students to use the full range of tools, theories and perspectives to understand,
recognize, critique and appreciate themselves and their role in the globally dynamic environment. The
district method of instruction (comprising andragog ic and participatory teaching learning exercises)
sets the tone for this strong foundation and helps the students to develop diverse, experiential, and
practical knowledge.
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The graduates having been grounded in liberal arts and generalist social work perspectives can be
employed in the government, NGOs, Social Movements, Hospitals, Social Enterprises, Cooperatives,
International Development Agencies and CSR Projects, in capacities such as Community Organisers,
Program Officers, Social Planners, Development Facilitators, and Social Welfare Administrators.
Programme Objectives
The objectives of the MSW programme are as follows:
To create critical understanding of social r ealities reflecting its changing nature and
participate in the dynamics of change
To orient students on diverse population, their is sues and social justice stance for social work
practice
To equip the students with skills to work with different groups and communities using social
work practice methods and strategies
To inculcate professional values and ethics th at guide social work graduates in professional
practice
Competencies Developed by the End of the Programme
Critical thinking
Professional use of self
Understanding the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and the strategies
of change that advance social and economic justice.
Understanding the history of the social work profession and its current structures and issues.
Applying the knowledge and skills of generalist social work to practice.
Applying knowledge of bio-psycho-social theoretical frameworks to understand the
interactions among individuals and between individuals and society
Analysing the impact of social policies on individuals, groups and communities.
Acumen for scientific research studies and integrating research findings to practice
Using communication skills differentially with a variety of stakeholders
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Master of Social Work Syllabus Under Th e Choice Based Credit System(2016-2017
Semes
ter Core
number Core Course No
of credi
ts Elective courses Optional
courses Online
courses
I C1 History
,philosophy and practice of
social work 4
C2 Work with
individuals and
families 4
C3 Social welfare
and
development
administration 4
C4 Community
organisation 4
C5 Introduction to
social sciences
-1 4
Core
course practica
l’s Fieldwork(prac
tical component
related to core
subjects) 4
Total 24
II C6 Research
methodology 4
C7 Contemporary
Social
movements 4
C8 Work with
groups 4
C9 Social policy
and planning 4
C10 Introduction to
social sciences
-2 4
Core
course
practical’s Fieldwork(prac
tical
component related to core
subjects) 4
Total 24
III Elective -1( 6
credits)
Choose any one
i)Informal Sector
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ii)Community
Health and Nutrition
iii)Gender studies
Elective -2( 6
credits)
Choose any one
i)Skills for social
work profession ii)Therapeutic
Counselling skills
iii)Development communication
skills
iv. Teaching and
supervision
Elective -3 (6 credits
)
Choose any one
i. Contemporary Development
problems
ii.Social exclusion
and inclusion
iii. Rural urban studies
Elective-4 (Field
work ) (6 credit)
Choose any one
i)Institution/non
institution
ii)Communities(Urb
an,Rural,Tribal)
iii)Issue based
Total credis 24 credits
4.
Project based
courses
i)Research
Practicum(6 credits ) Optional
Choices-1
(6credits)
i) gender
sensitisation i. Peace
education
ii.
Managemen
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24 credits =400 marks
Ten point Grading System
ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS RELATING TO THE M.S.W.
DEGREE COURSE (SEMESTERS I, II, III, IV) WITH EFFECT FROM THE
ACADEMIC YEAR 2016-2017
ii)Field work practicum(6 credits ) ii)Disability
iii) mental health
Optional
Choices -
2(6 credits) i.Legal
literacy
ii.Working
with Elderly
iii.Disaster managemen
t t of Non
profit organisation
iii. Sexual
harassment
at work place
iv. ethics in
in social
work
Total credits 12 12
Overa
ll total
credits 48 24 12 12
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The course of study for the degree of Master of Social work shall be full time and its duration
shall be four semesters extending over a period of two academic years. Each academic year
shall be divided into two semesters, coinci ding with the two terms as announced by the
University of Mumbai for every academic year.
The Examination for the degree of Master of Soci al Work shall be held in four parts, at the
end of semesters I, II, III, IV. The examinations of all the semesters will be conducted by the
University.
A student who is declared to have passed in the I, II,III , IV semesters examinations will be
allowed to reappear for the same examinations with a view to improving the results, as per MU circular.
The degree of Master of Social Work shall not be conferred upon a candidate unless the
candidate has passed in all the papers and in field work prescribed for the four semesters'
examinations in accordance with the provision of the Regulations 6050 and 6051.
Except in Field Work Practicum, there shall be in each paper, in each semester, an internal
assessment for 40 per cent of the full marks assigned to the paper, anda semester end
examination for the remaining 60 per cent of the full marks to be held at theend of each
semester.
The field work in each of the four semester will be for 100 marks. In semester 1 and 3 the
entire hundred marks will be assigned by the faculty advisor. In the 2
nd and 4th semester the
field work will of 100 marks. The assessment for the 60 marks will be done by the faculty
advisor and the assessment for the 40 percent marks will be through external viva voca exam
All theory papers of four credits will have a Semest er end examinations for 60 marks with three hours
duration.
The internal assessment is for 40 marks per paper. The internal assesment for a course will be based
on the written assignments or pr ojects and one class test carrying 30 marks and 10 marks will
be for active class participation, and overa ll conduct based on the presence and the
participation of the learner during lectures
The following question paper pattern will be follow ed for the semester end examination of semesters
I, II, III, IV: The question paper will have questions from all units. There will be essay type questions
with internal choice , and one short notes question with fifty percent choice.
A candidate for being eligible to appear for the semester end examinations should have satisfactorily
completed the internal assessment and kept 75 percent of attendance in aggregate as per university circular issued from time to time.
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Semester -I
Core courses
C 1 History, Philosophy, and Practice of Social work (4 Credits)
Course Objectives:
Enable students to: • Develop understanding of the historical develo pment of social work, the major philosophies
that influence social lives of people, and the perspectives underlying the practice of social
work
• To recognize the importance of internalizing values and ethics in the practice of the
profession.
• Develop ability to connect interventions to the theoretical perspectives of practice.
• Appreciate the challenges emerging from local and global influence on practice.
Unit 1. Introduction to Social Work as a profession.
Its philosophical value postulates and principles
Attributes of a Profession and Social Work as a Profession
Definition of Social Work - Philosophical value framework and principles
of social work profession.
History of Social Welfare and Development of Social Work;
Social Vision of Modern Social Reformers: Mahatma Phule Dr. B.R.
Ambedkar Swami Vivekanand Mahatma Gandhi
Unit 2. Western Social Philosophies
Individualistic Liberalism and its Social Doctrine, its socioeconomic
manifestation i.e. capitalism and the emerging Social Question.
Marxian Social Philosophy: Dialectic Materialism, Historical Materialism,
Class Struggle and Establishment of Classless Society.
Secular Humanism.
Post Modernism and Cultural relativism.
Unit 3. Theories of Ethics and Ethi cal Issues in Social Work:
Lawrence Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral Development
Levels of Moral Development and Corresponding Social Orientations.
William Lowhead’s Levels of Ethical Objectivism and Nature of
Morality.
Ethical Egoism
Utilitarianism, Kantian Ethics, Virtue Ethic.
Importance and Functions of Code of Ethics for Social Workers
Best Ethical Practices with reference to responsibilities towards Self,
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Society, Co-workers, Profession, People in Need, Employing
Organizations and Social Research.
Unit 4 Evolution of Integrated practice
The Ecological model of integrated practice
Significance of the four practice systems for analysis and intervention.
The Integrated Approach to Problem Solving
Human rights perspective in the context of understanding Global Social
Work
The generalist and specialist approach to practice.
Critique of the integrated approach to social work.
Unit 5 Critical Social Work
Evolution, concept and principles.
Radical, feminist and post- modern perspectives of Social Work.
Similarities and differences between radi cal social work and critical social
work.
Multiculturalism in Social work practice
Unit 6 International Social Wor k
Changing Role of Social Work profession in the context of neo- liberalism
Self- reflexivity and value based concern with structural inequalities.
Evidence- based practice
Reading List
Amaladas Anand, Raj Sabasti, Elampassery Jose (1986) Philosophy of Human
Development, Satya Nilayam Publication, Chennai.
Anthony Elliott (ed) (1999) Contemporary Social Theory, Blackwell Publishers Ltd.,
Oxford, U.K.
Armando T. Morales, Bradford W. Sheafor (1995) Social Work: A Profession of many
faces; Allyn and Becon, Massachusetts. Bastiaan Wielenga (1984) Intro duction to Marxism, Centre for Social Action, Banglore.
Butrym Zofia T. (1976) The Nature of Social Work; The Macmillan Press Ltd., London.
Desrochers John; Development Debate Centre for Social Action, Bangalore.
Dominelli Lena (2004) Social Work; Polite Press, Cambridge, U.K.
Dubois Brenda, Miley Karla (1999) Social Work – An empowering Profession; Allyan and Bacon, London.
Joseph Josantony, Fernandes Gracy (2006) An E nquiry into Ethical Dilemmas in Social
Work; College of Social Work, Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai – 400 020. Karen K. Kirst – Ashman (2003) Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare,
Thomson Learning INC CA – USA.
Leon H. Ginsberg (2001) Careers in Social Work – Allyn and Becon, Massachusetts.
Malcom Payne (1996) What is Professional Social Work, Venture Press, Birmingham.
Nigel Horner (2003) What is Social Work? Learning Matters Ltd., Eveter 33, Southern Bay East.
Nitin Batra (2004) Dynamics of Social Work in India, Raj Publishing House, Jaipur -
302 004.
Papalia Diane, E. Olds Wendkos Sally, Feldman Duskin Ruth (2007) Human
Development Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi. Smart Ninian (1989) The World’s Religions, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
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SinghKaran (ed) (1983) Religions of India, Clarion Books, Delhi.
Terry Mizrahi, Larry E. Davis (2008) Encyclope dia of Social Work (20th Edition), Oxford
University Press, New York.
Upadhay Ashok K (1999 John Rawls – Concept of Justice, Rawat Publications, Jaipur
Viviene Cree and Steve Myers (2009) Social Work: Making a Difference, Rawat
Publications, Jaipur.
William Lawhead (2000) The Philosophical Journey; Mountain View, C. A. Mayfield.
Fook J. (2002).Social Work ‐ Critical Theory and Practice ; Sage
Publications , New Delhi, 2002
Gray M. & Webb S. (2010) International Social Work Volume I : Welfare Theory &
Approaches : Sage Publications, London.
Hepworth D.,Rooney R. & Larsen J (1990) Direct Social Work Practice: Theory & Skills ;
Wadsworth Publications; California.
Miley K., O' Melia M. & Oubois B. Generalist Social Work Practice, An Empowering
Approach ; Allyn & Bacon, Boston; 199
O' Neil Maria Joan (1984) The General Method of Social Work Practice;
Prentice Hall , New Jersey.
Pincus A. & Minhan A . Social Work Practice: Model & Method ; F.E.Peacock
Publishers Inc.; Itasca 1973
C 2Work with Individuals and Families (4 credits)
Course Objectives:
Enable students to
Acquire knowledge of work with individuals and families as a method in social work
practice.
Acquire knowledge of different intervention mo dels and develop skills to utilize them
Selectively
Enable students to develop self awareness in the process of acquiring professional
competence
Unit Content
1. Historical development of Di rect Practice and Concepts
Concepts and Definitions of work with individuals and families.
Core values and principles of work with Individuals and families
2 Understanding families in the Indian context
Type of families
Stages of development with reference to Indianfamilies
Concept of social role and communication in the family
Understanding the Family as a system.
Social support systems
3 Skills of work with individuals and families
Intake; interviewing; home ‐visits; joint interview; multiple client
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Interview
Study; assessment; intervention; evaluation; termination; follow up
Recording skills-: Process; Summary; Block summary
Uses of records
Use of relationships; transf erence; countertransference;
communicationskills
4 Intervention Techniques
Supportive techniques; reflective techniques;
Logical discussion
Environmental modification
5 Models of Intervention
Crisis Intervention: Historical origins; classification of crisis events;
disasters and impact on individuals and families; dealing with death,
grief, loss
Planned short term model
Task centred Model
Integrative Intervention Model
Evidence Based practice model
Strengths based model
6 Intervention in different settings
Intervention with people with disability; people affected and infected
byHIV
Chronically and terminally ill patients
Women facing violence in families
Children facing abuse; substance abusers.
Reading List
Coulshed, Veronica.(1988). Social wo rk Practice. Basicstroke:Macmillan
Hamilton, Gordon (1970) The New York School of Social Work : Theory and Practice of
Social Case Work, New York and London : Columbia University Press
Hepworth, Dean.H., Rooney, Ronald, H., & Larson, Jo Ann. (2002). Direct Social Work Practice.Theory
and Skills. USA: Brooks/Cole Publishing House
Hollis, Florence and Woods, Mary E. (1981) Casework – A Psychosoical Therapy, New
York : Fandom House
Mathew Grace (1992) An Introduction to Social Case Work, Bombay : Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Parad, H.J.(ed).(1965). Crisis Intervention: Selected Readings. New York: Family Service
Association of America Payne, M.(1991). Modern Social Work Theory: A Critical Introduction. Chicago IL: Lyceum. Reid,W.,& Shyne, A.(1969). Brief and Extended Casework. New York: Columbia University
Press.
Shulman,L.(1992). The Skills of Helping Individuals , Families and Groups. Boston:
BostonUniversity Press
Skidmore, Rex, Thackeray, Milton, O. Wiliam, Farley (1983) Introduction to Social Work,
New Jersey :
Prentice Hall
C3 Social Welfare and Develo pment Administration (4 credits)
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Course Objectives:
Enable Students to
Develop a historical understanding of the concept of Social Welfare with specific
reference to India.
Develop a critical understanding of the role played by the Government and the
Voluntary sector in reaching out to vulnerable groups in the country and
understanding the role of Public Private partnerships.
Understand the agencies/institutions of the government and the voluntary sector
responsible for the delivery of welfare serv ices and in bringing development to the
people.
Unit Topics
1. Social Welfare :
Concept and Definition of Social Welfare ,
History of Social Welfare with special reference to India
Functions of Social Welfare Administration(POSCORBD)
2. Structure of Social Welfare Administration :
Structural Arrangements for Social Welfare in India (Centre) &
Maharashtra (State).
3. Social Welfare, Government Programmes and Schemes :
Government Programmes & Schemes for Welfare with specific reference
to SC/STs BCs/ Differently abled.
National Commissions for SCs. Minorities, Safai Karmacharis.
4. Social Welfare , Voluntary Effort :
History,
Nature of work in the Voluntary sector,
Government-NGO Interface,
PublicPrivate Partnership.
Alliance Building
5. Governance of Voluntary Organizations:
Registration of Organizations.
NGO Governance - Role of Trustees, Board of Directors –
Legal compliances.
Accountability and Transparency.
Writing Project proposals
6. Development Administration –
Concept& Evolution of Development Administration in India.
Local Self Govt. – Urban (Municipal Council/ Corporation) Rural –
Panchayati Raj Insttitutions.
Main features of the 73rd & 74th Constitutional Amendments
Reading List
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Abraham, Anita. (2003) Formation & Management of Non-Govt. Organizations,
Universal Law Publishing Co. N. Delhi
Choudhary, Paul. Social Welfare Administration.
Credibility Alliance: Norms for Enhancing Credibility in the Voluntary Sector. July
2006. Mumbai.
Encyclopedia of Social Welfare (2008). Soci al Work Education : Social Welfare
Policy
Jain A. & Unni, S.Seth Development Administration. Publishers Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
2000 Chp. 1
The Constittution of India. Seventh Schedule. Bakshi PM Universal Law Publishing
Coop. Pvt. Ltd. 2007. pps. 362-370
Louise C. Johnson & Charles L. Shwartz. Social Welfare: A Response to Human
Need.
Nagendra, Shilaja. (2007). Voluntary or ganizations & Social Work., Oxfoord Book
Co.
Sachdeva, D.R. ( 2003) Social Welfare Administration in India. ( 4th Edition)
Social Work Administration & Development. Bhattacharya, Sanjay. Rawat
Publicatioons, Mumbai.2000.
The People’s Movement. Vol. 1, No. 6 Nov. – Dec. 2004. News. Magazine of the
National Alliance of People’s Movements.
Commentary on the Mumbai Municipal Corporatioon Act, 1888 III of 1888 as
Amended by the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act 43 of 2000.
C 4 Community Organisation (4 credits)
Course Objectives
Understand the concept of community in the Indian and western context.
Develop skills of community problem analysis and problem solving
Appreciate the significance of a participatory approach to community
intervention.
Understand approaches and ideologies of community organisation in the context
of relevant philosophies.
Develop skills of critical analysis to understand problems of discrimination and
oppression in communities.
Appreciate the significance of a rights- based approach to community work.
Unit
no Topic
1 Conceptualising and contextualising community organisation
Definitions and understanding of communities
Evolution of community practice in the western countries and India
Understanding rural communities in the context of composition, caste,
economy
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Understanding the urban slum communities in the context of urbanisation
2. Organising process in the community
Community mapping techniques
Understanding conflicts and power dynamics in the communities
Caste,Class,Gender and vulnerabilities in the communities
The community problem solving process
3 People centred processes in the community
Significance and value of people –centred process in community
organisation
Understanding the meaning,dimensions and levels of community
organisation
Building people’s organisations for sustainable communities
4. Significant ideologies and perspectives influencing community organisation
The development perspective
Radical social work perspective
Postmodern perspective
Critical social work perspective
5 Western models of organising communities
Rothman’s community organisation model
Paulo Freire and conscientization.
Saul Alinsky and organised mass action
6. Contemporary models of organising in Indian context
Gandhian approach to organising people
Mahatma Phule approach to address subaltern communities
Dr Ambedkar’s approach to address subaltern communities
Reading list
1.
Blokland Talja
Urban Bonds : Polity Press & Blackwell Publishing Ltd.
Cambridge, UK; 2003
2. Jodhka Surind
er (ed.) Communities & Identities; Sage Publication; 2002
3. Munshi Indira Adivasi life stories-Contexts,constraints ,choices
Rawat publications
4. Payne, Malcol
m The Origins of Social Work : Continuity and Change :
Palgrave Macmillan Ltd., 2005
5. R. Kramer and
H.Specht(ed) Readings in community organisation practice
Gandhi Peace Foundation
6. Well Marie
(ed) Community Practice: Conceptual models, Routledge:1997
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7. Well Marie
(ed) Community Practice :Conceptual models ,Routledge:1997
8. Adams
R,DominelliL,
Payne M Critical Practice in social work:Palgrave Macmillan and
Company:
London:1978
9. Alinsky Saul Rules for Radicals ,Vintage Books Edition,1972
10 Freire Paulo The Pedogogy of the oppressed :Penguin Books ,Uk,1996
C 5 Introduction to Social Sciences-I (4 credits)
A. Sociology
Objectives:
To enable students to:
1. Understand basic sociological concepts and theories
2. Understand the processe s of social change in India through relevant theories
Unit
no Content
1 Sociology as a Social Science
Definition
Development of sociology
Scope and significance
Relevance to social work practice
Basic Concepts
Society
Social institutions
Social systems
Social structures
Social stratification
Social mobility
Social control
2 Major TheoreticalPerspectives
Functionalist perspective
• Conflict perspective
• Interactionist perspective
• Positivism
3 Culture and Socialization
Culture: Concepts, functions, characteristics
Dimensions of culture: Cognitive, normative, material
Socialization: Process, functions, agents, problems of faulty socialization
Social Processes
Meaning and kinds of social interaction
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Cooperation, competition, conflict, accommodation and
assimilation
Concept and theories of social change; factors affecting
social change
Western theories of social change: Evolutionary theory,
cyclical theory, conflict theory
Theories of social change in India: Sanskritization,
Westernization, Moderni zation, Secularization
Reading List
1. Beteile, A. (2002). Sociology. New Delhi: Oxford.
2. Shankar Rao, C.N. (2005). Sociology. New Delhi: S. Chand and Company Ltd.
3. Sharan, Raka (1991). A Handbook of Sociology. New Delhi: Anmol Publications.
4. Srinivas, M.N. (1991). Indian Social Structure. New Delhi: Hindustan Publishing House.
C 5 B: Human Growth & Behaviour
Objectives
Enable students to :
1. Develop an overall understanding of the nature of Human Behaviour and factors that
influence Human Behaviour
2. Acquire knowledge and holistic understanding of the various schools of thought on
Human
Behaviour
3. Understand the development of growth and behavior at various stages in the life span 4. Apply the knowledge of human gr owth and development in Social Work Practice
Unit Content
I. Introduction to Psychologyand Basic Psychological Concepts
Definition, goals, sub fields of psychology
Role of Heredity and Environment
Understanding Psychology and Life Span Approach from an
Indian perspective and its relevance to Social Work profession.
Perception, Emotion, Motivation, Cognition, Learning &Intelligence.
Attitudes, Prejudice, Stereotypes
Aggression, Mass BehaviorFrustration, Conflict, Stress
Altruism, Values
2 Personality Theories
Psychoanalytical theory
Psycho‐social theory of development,
Behavioristic theory ,
Humanistic theory
3 Life Span Approach to development
a. Pre‐natal Stage
b. Childhood
c. Adolescence, Adulthood and Aging
Physical, social, cognitive development, needs, changes and tasks.
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Reading List
1. Changes in the Family and Process of Socialization in India, Anthony, E.J. &
Colette,C.(Eds). The
Child in his Family, Wiley, 365 ‐374, M.S. Gore, 1978
2. Child Development, Eleventh Edition, John W. Santrock, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2007
3. Developmental Psychology, Childhood and Adolescence, David R Shaffer, Fifth Edition
Brook/Cole publishing Co, 1999 4. Human Development, Ninth Edition, Diane E Papalia, Sally Wendkos Olds, Ruth Duskin
Feildman,
Tata Mcgraw Hill, 2004
5. Life‐Span Human Development Sigelman C,Shaffer D R, Second Edition, Brooks/Cole
Publishing,
1995Images of the Life Cycle and Adulthood in India in Anthony, E.G and Colette. (Eds).
The
Child in his Family, Wiley, 319 ‐332, Sudhir Kakar, 1978
6. Indian Childhood, Cultural Ideals and Social Reality, S. Kakar, Delhi, Oxford University
Press, 1979
7. Introduction to Psychology, Clifford Morgan, King, Weinz & Schopler, Seventh Edition,
New Delhi
Tata MCgraw Hill Publishing Co Ltd, 1986
8. Interpreting Personality Theories, Bishop Ledford, Harper Row Publishers, New York, 1979
9. Personality & Personal Growth, Frager & Friedman, Harper Row Publishers, New York,
1985
10. Social Psychology, Yaylor Shelley E, Pearson, 2006
11. Social Psychology, Palwal Suprithy, RBSA Publishers, 2002 12. Understanding Child Behavior Disorders, Fourth Edition, Donna M Gelfand, Clifford J
Drew,
Thomson, Wadsworth, 2003
13. Understanding Psychology, Robert S Feldman, Tata Mcgraw Hill Publishing Co Ltd,
2004
C 6 Core course Practicals (Field work) (4 Credits)
FIELD WORK
Hours: 180 hours in each semester
Marks: 100 in each semester
Field Work is an essential component of the Social Work curriculum. It serves as a laboratory
where the students learn to integrate their cla ssroom learning with field experiences/reality.
The overall objectives for Field Work are as follows…
• Develop analytical ability to understand various dimensions of problems/issues and
approaches to
problem solving.
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• Develop an integrated approach to social work practice.
• Develop specific skills for intervention at the micro level (individual, family, group and
community) and at the macro level (social systems and institutions)
• Develop professional attitudes utilizing principles and values of social work.
Expectations from students in field work are worked out for Semester II and Semester IV.
Students are expected to work towards these expectations (outcome goals) in Semester I and
Semester III.
EachSemester is allotted 100 marks for field work . Students are expected to put in 15
hours of field work per week (180 hours in the semester).
Given below are the Outcome Goals for Semesters I& II
Outcome Goals
I. ANALYTICAL ABILITY - (30 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student acquires knowledge about the agency, it’s philosophy goals administrative
structure and services, as well as the dynamics therein. The student is able to understand his/her role vis a
vis the
agency goals and plan tasks within this context. The student also develops an understanding
of the client system and the problem situation and is able to relate it to the theory taught in
class. The student acquires the ability to reflect in her/his recordings the link between theory and
practice.
Indicators
• With the help of the instructor, understands the agency. Its goals, objectives and strategies of
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work. Able to collect information from different sources and write a report on these at the end
of
the first semester.
• Is able to identify causes and effect of the problem situation as well as record the same in
different reports. Identify and profile the client system through home visits and surveys .
• With the help of the instructor, is able to plan and implement group tasks. • By the end of the semester is able to independently identify future areas of work and
indicate a
relevant action plan.
• Understands the roles of the agency personnel and his/her own tasks.
• Is able to write basic reports and articles in relation to work done.
II. PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS - (30 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student acquires direct intervention skills, communication skills and administrative and
recording
skills for problem solving.
Indicators
• Understands and identifies simple intervention strategies in relation to the problem
situation. • Understands and responds to problems of individuals, families and groups.
• Able to develop working relationship with th e agency, client system, staff, colleagues and
others in the field.
• By the end of the semester, is able to deve lop expertise in a specific area & mobilize/
resources required in the problem solving process. • Writes recordings which are process oriented and reflective, with analysis in relation to the
dynamics of the problems situation / and indicates ability to relate Theory to Practice.
• Able to suggest appropriate strategies / plan for intervention.
• Plans and implements programmes / and sessions for specific target groups.
• Understands and utilizes effective and appr opriate IEC material while communicating with
different groups.
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• Understands and participates in liaisoning with other organizations and networking on
common issues.
• Able to identify areas for research, conduct simple surveys, document and present reports.
III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - (25 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student shows responsibility and maturity in relation to his / her role within and outside
the agency.
Is able to understand and adhere to the ethics of social work by his / her commitment to social
workvalues.
Indicators
• Develops self-awareness with the ability to understand and accept one’s own strengths and
limitations as a professional.
• Is aware of social dynamics of a problem-situation and the need for sensitivity in dealing
with them.
• Is consistent in taking up and completing tasks. • Shares responsibility in a team recognizes the need for co-operation and teamwork and
shows leadership when required.
• Able to understand the ethics of the profession and abide by social work values in practice.
• Shows a willingness to learn through introspection and learning from others.
Participation in Orientation / Exposure Visits / Camps - (5 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student is able to appreciate the importance of orientation / exposure visit and a camp
organized by the College and actively participates in them. The student is able to appreciate and learn from the work of other organizations in the field of social work and is able to
understand the importance of community living.
Indicators
• Attends and actively participates in the orientation / exposure visits and camps.
• Involves oneself in the planning and execution of tasks in the organization of the camp. • Sensitive to people’s problems and culture.
• Adheres to camp discipline and values of teamwork and group living.
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• Critically evaluates the camp programme and makes constructive suggestions.
• Is actively involved in the process of report writing and presentation.
IV. USE OF FIELD INSTRUCTION - (10 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student understands and recognizes the role of the faculty advisor, field instructor and field contact, and learns to take responsibility for learning.
Indicators
• Attends conferences regularly
• Submits recordings regularly
• Appreciates instructors’ guidance through comments in recordings and uses these to prepare for conferences.
• Appreciates the need to read material that is relevant to field work.
• Follows up on tasks / suggestions discussed wi th the field instructor / faculty advisor.
Semester-II
C 7 Research Methodology (4 credits)
Objectives
To enable students to:
1. Understand the need for research in Social Work practice and different research
methods used in Social Work research
2. Understand the role and characteristics of different Research Designs, Methods and
Statistical tools and techniques.
3. Develop skills in doing Research.
Unit Content
1. Introduction to Social Sciences
a) Research as an integral part of Science.
b)Difference between Natural Science and Social Science
Meaning and Scope of Research Methodology
a) Meaning of Social Research
b) Importance of Research in Social Work.
c) Ethical Issues in doing Research
2. Research Designs
Types of research designs
Selection of a Research Problem . a) Literature Review and Literature Survey.
b) Problem Identification ‐
Specification of Research Questions.
‐Rationale and Study Objectives. ‐
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Hypothesis.
3. Selection of a Research Problem.
Literature Review and Literature Survey.
Problem Identification
‐Specification of Research Questions.
‐Rationale and Study Objectives.
‐Hypothesis.
Problem Formulation -
Concepts and Variables
Levels of Measurement
Scales and Indices
4. Sampling
a) Meaning of Sampling
b) Assumption of Sampling
c) Types of Sampling - Probability Sampling
- Non Probability Sampling
5. Method, Tools and Techniques of Data Collection
a)Distinction between Primary and Secondary Data. B) Direct Observation Method - Obtrusive and non- obtrusive observation.
– Participant and non - participant observation.
Advantages Limitations
c) Interview Method -
Forms of Interview , Telephonic Interview , Internet aided Interview, Personal Interview Focus
Group Interview
- Tools of Interview - Inte rview Schedule, Interview
Guide,Questainnaire - Mailed and Personality distributed.
- Advantages, limitations.
6. Data Processing, Descriptive and Inf erential Statistics, Data Analysis
Data editing, Categorization, Code Book, Data-entry and the use of SPSS for data processing and analysis. Learning Statistics through SPSS.
Frequency Distributions, Percentages, Measures of Central Tendency,
Variance, Range, Standard Deviation, Graphs: Frequency
Histograms, Charts. Polygons,
Inferential Statistics-C hi square Test, Correla tion Test, T Test, ANOVA.
Data analysis and Interpre tation, Data Interpretation, Discussion, Report Writing.
Reading List
Babbie, E (ed) 2004, The Practice of Social Research, Thomson Wadsworth, Belmont (USA).
Champion, D.J. (ed) 1981, Basic Statistics for Social Research, Macmillan Publishing
Company,
New York.
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Claire, S, et al (3rd ed), 1976, Research Methods in Social Relations Holt, Rich and Winston,
New York.
Costello, P.J.M. 2003, Action Research Continuum, London. Clarke, A., 2003, Evaluation
Research Sage Publications, New Delhi
Denzin, N.K., Lincoln, Y.S. (ed), 1994 , Handbook of Qualitative Research, Sage
Publications, New Delhi.
De Vaus, D.A., 1986, Survey in Social Research, London University, Hyman
Gregory, Ivan. 2005 Ethics in Research Continuum, London
Nachmias, F.C. Nachmias, D., 1996,Research Methods in Social Sciences, St. Martin Press,
London Polansky, N.A. (ed).1960,Social Work Research, University of Chicago Press,Chicago.
Silverman, D. 1997, Qualitative Research, Theo ry, Method and Practice, Sage Publications,
London.
Singleton, R.A.Straits, B.C. (ed), 1999,Approaches to Social Research
Strauss, A, Corbin, J., 1990,Basic Qualitat ive Research, Sage Publications, New Delhi
Whyte, W.F (ed), 1991 Participatory Action Research Sage Publications, London.
Young, P.V. (4th ed), Scientific Social Su rveys and Research, Prentice Hall, Eaglewood
Cliff, N.Jersey.
Bailey, K.D. 1987Methods of Social Research John Wiley & Co., New York.
Cochran, W.G., 1972, Sampling Techniques, Wiley Eastern Private Ltd., New Delhi. Yates, F., 1965, Sampling Methods for Consum er Surveys, Charles Gifts & Camp Ltd.,
London.
Moser, C.A.Kalton G., 1975, Survey Method in Social Investigation, Heinemann Educational Books,
London.
Festinge, L.Katz, D. (ed), 1953, Research Methods in the Behavioural Sciences.
Kidder, L.H.Judd, G.M., 1986, Research Methods in Social Relations, CBC College
Publishing, New York.
Desai, V. (ed), 2006, Potter, R.B.Doing De velopment Research,Sag e Publications, New
Delhi. Chandrasekhar, A.R.,Deshpande, V.D., 1984 Descriptive Statistics,S. Chand Co., New Delhi.
Champion, D. J., 1981, Basic Statistics for Social Research, Macmillan Publishing Co., New
York.10)
.
C 8 Contemporary Social Movements (4 credits)
Course Objectives:
• Understand contemporary national and international protest movements.
• Develop ability to situate micro interventions in the context of macro perspectives. • Appreciate the contribution of social and political movements to social change
Unit
no Topics
1. Current situation of rural and urban poor :
The agrarian crisis and rural – urban migration.
Issues of food security, health and employment affecting the poor,
as reflected by Human Development Indicators.
2. Emerging issues in rural and urban communities :
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Issues arising due to increasing urbanization and project
displacement.
Culture and identity as arenas of contestation.
Increasing privatization and impact on the poor.
3. Understanding the politics of protest :
Typology of social movements.
Social movements their characteristic features and contribution to
social change.
Overview of significant social movements in India and the world.
4. Social Movements & their contribution to social change :
Meaning and perspectives.
Peasant movements
Dalit Movement
Women’s movement
Tribal movement
Trade Union movement
LGBT movement
5. Social Movements and the state :
Strategies employed by social movements ranging from non-
violence to violence.
Scope and limitation of the increasing use of social networking in
social movements.
Strategies employed by the state to address movements.
6. Significant International and National Movements :
Protests against global warming and climate change, World Social
Forum, Anti-nuclear Campaigns.
Overview of protests against project displacement and for protection
of land, water, forests in India, National Alliance for People’s Movements, Citizens’ movements against corruption and other issues.
Political Parties and Movements
References
Bauman Z. 2000 : Liquid Modernity; Polity Press,Uk
Guru Gopal 2004; Dalit Cultural movement and Dalit politics in Maharashtra .Vikas
Adhyayan Kendra,Mumbai.
Mayo Marjorie 2005;Global Citizens :Social movements and the challenge of
globalisation, Canadian Scholars Press
Payne, Malcohm 2005 ; Modern Social Work Theory: palgrave Macmillan Publishers
Rao MSA 2006 : Social movements in India; Manohar publishers,2006
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Shah Ghanshyam 2001 : Dalit Identity and politics: Sage publication ;New Delhi
Singh R. 2001 : Social Movements old and new; A post modernist critique. Sage
Publication,New Delhi
C 9 Work with Groups (4 credits)
Objectives
To enable students to:
1. Understand the main features and concer ns of various models of social group
work.
2. Acquire knowledge of development of group work in institutional and community
settings.
3. Develop selfawareness and sensitivity as a group worker.
Unit Content
1. Introduction to Social Group Work.
Group work as a method and its development in context of social
work practice
Definition and characteristics of social group work.
Group Work a Method
Group work as a Method in relation to work with Individuals and
C.O. as method.
Values and distinctive principles underlying the group work as a
method.
Indicators and counter-indicator s of use of group work as a
Method.
2. Group Processes
Steps in formation of groups.
Types of group
Phases and Stages of group development.
Theories of Individual and Group Dynamics
(Sociogram, Role and Positions in a group, Scapegoat, Isolates,
New comer, Group bond, sub groups, conflicts, handling of group
dynamics by the group worker)
Self reflexivity in handling group processes.
Leadership and its development in group work process.
3. Use of Program Media in Group Work.
Program/Group Media –
Characteristics
Rationale and Importance of program media
Types of program media
Characteristics of Program Media
Use of program media (eg. action Songs – simulation games,
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puppets,role/street plays, photo language, documentary/feature
films, posters etc.)
Group Discussions, Group Meetings and Training Programs
Steps in planning sessions for the group
Conducting Group Sessions
4. Skills in working with groups
Use of Communication: Self and interpersonal communications.
Levels of communication within the group. Skills in handling communication.
Importance & Principles, Types of recording, Techniques in
writing reports etc.
5. Models of Intervention
Life cycle model:
a) Social Goals Model
b) Remedial Model
c) Reciprocal Model
Tuckman’s Model
Team Model
Mutual Aid/ Self Help Models
Needs‐ABC Model
Neuro‐Linguistic Model
Impact of psychology, sociology, on understanding group
dynamics.
6. Work with specific target groups
Application of Group Work Techniques in the Context of Working
with Specific
Target Groups, Special Groups & Di fferent Settings with Social
Goals Model and
Reciprocal Model such as, youth welfare, schools, Correctional
Institutions,Anganwadi and Self Help Groups etc.
Role of the Social Worker
Role of the Social Worker, Task Functions, Maintenance
Functions, Dysfunctional Behaviour of Group Members.
Use of Relationships: Johari Window model for group
development
Reading List
Balagopal, P. (1980). Social Group Wk, from there into the 1980s, 1980 there it is and where
it is going. Indian Journal of Social Work (IJSW), 40 (4), 361-368.
Berman‐Rossi, T. (1993) The tasks and skills of the social worker across stages of group
development . New York: Haworth Press.
Bhattacharya, S. (2003). Social Work: An Integrated Approach . New Delhi: Deep and Deep
Publications.
Corey, M., & Corey, G. (1987). Groups: Process and Practice (3rd ed.). California:
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Brooks/Cole.
Coyle, G. L. (1947). Group Experience and Democratic Values . New York: The Women’s
Press.
Encyclopedia of Social Work (20th ed.). (2008). New York: Oxford.
Gibson, A., & Clarke, G. (1995). Project-Based Group Work Facilitator’s Manual: Young
People, Youth Workers and Projects. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Glassman, U., & Kates L. (1990). Group Work: A Humanistic Approach . New Delhi: Sage
Publications.
Hartford, M., & Coyle, G. L. (1958). Social Process in the Community and the Group . New
York: Council of Social Work Education.
Heap, K. (1977). Group Theory for Social Workers: An Introduction . Oxford: Pergamon
Press.
Joseph, H. (1997). Social Work wi th Groups: A Literature Review. Indian Journal of Social
Work (IJSW). 58 (2), 195 ‐211.
Kirst‐Ashma, K.K.. (2003). Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare: Critical
Thinking Perspectives . USA‐CA: Brooks/Cole ‐Thomson Learning.
Konopka, G. (1972). Social Group Work: A Helping Process. (2nd ed).New Jersey: Prentice
Hall Inc. Lindsay, A. W. (1952). Group Work Recording: Principles and Practices . New York:
Women Press.
Netting, E., Kettner, P., & McMurtry, S. (1993). Social Work Macro Practice. New York:
Longman. Pallassana, R. B. & Vassil, T.V. (1983). Groups in Social Work: An Ecological Perspective.
New York: Macmillan Publishing Co Inc.
Pereira, M. (1994). Development Communication Handbook : Ideas, Skills, Illustrations.
Indore: Satprakashan Kendra.
Pragasam, M., & Yadav, A. (2002). Street Plays on Community Health . Secunderabad: The
Catholic Association of India.
Pragasam, M., & Yadav, A. (2003). Group Media: Trainers’ Manual . Secunderabad: The
Catholic Association of India.
Ribes, P. (1989). Helps and Hints to Build Up Your Group: Sundry Exercises for Chaplains,
Directors, Moderators, Teachers. Bombay. St Paul Publications.
C 10 Social policy and Planning (4 credits)
Course Objectives
Acquire a critical understanding of the approaches to welfare and policy
formulation in the country.
Understand the process of planning and the role of planning in development.
Appreciate the role of state and non-state actors in policy formulation and
implementation.
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Unit no Topics
1. Evolution of Social Policy
• History& ideology of welfare
• Models of social welfare & underlying philosophies
• Concept, definitions and aims of social policy
2. Theoretical Concepts and Principles Related to Explain Social Policy
• The state and models of power: liberal Pluralism, Marxism, Postmodernism
• Principles of Equity and Social Justice, Inclusion and exclusion
3. The Indian state and Development Planning
Mixed economy and the State after Independence •
Development Planning-its genesis and philosophy •
Planning institutions at the national, state and local levels •
The planning process- an overview and critique •
Local self-government- role , strengths and limitations
4. Understanding Social Policy
The policy cycle
Agencies involved in policy formulation, design, implementation and
review
Tools of policy analysis ‐ census surveys, social and economic indicators,
the Constitution, legislations, Govern ment Resolutions and ordinances, the
State Budget
Review of any two Policies related to marginalized group
Role of Regulatory bodies, Task Forces and Commissions
5. The Changing state and Planning
Policy and the four traditions of planning thought- policy analysis, social
learning, social reform and social mobilisation
Planning in the era of privatisation-the role of state, civil society,
corporate sector and market
Concept of good governance and its components
6. Social Advocacy in Influencing Policy
Advocacy as a tool for social change
Elements and principles of advocacy
Campaigns and building Networks and Coalitions
Legal activism in advocacy ‐ using RTI, PIL, office of Lokayukta, etc. •
Techniques of deepening democracy ‐ social audit, jan sunvai, egovernance
, etc.
Reading List
Clrff. Alcock & Payne (ed) (2000) Introducing Social Policy , Prentice Hall, London
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C 11Introduction to social sciences-II
A. Politics
Course Objectives:
Enable students to:
Understand Politics as a Social Science and the basic concepts relevant to its study.
Critically understand and analyse the democratic and dictatorial forms of government
and
processes.
Critically understand and analyse the major political problems that affect the contemp
orary society.
Unit Topics
1 Introduction to politics and stat politics and State
Nature and Scope of Politics.
State: Elements, Role and Functions.
Relevance of Politics to Social Work Profession
Classification of Government
Democracy: Concept, Characteristics
Dictatorship: Concept, Characteristics, Types of Dictatorship, Critique of
Dictatorship.
2 Democratic government and
Types of Democracy
- Direct and Indirect Democracies
- Parliamentary and presidential Democracy.
Critique of Democracy.
Federalism in Indian democracy and democratic decentralization.
International Democratic Body: United Nations
Democratic Processes
Election and Representation
Voting Behaviour and its determinants.
Role of Election Commission and independent, impartial elections.
Electoral Violence.
3 Democratic structures
Meaning, Characteristics, and
Roles of:
Political Party
Pressure Group
Public Opinion
Media.
Political problems
Political alienation as a problem
Political corruption as a problem
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Political violence as a problem
i Sectarian and Terrorist violence
ii. Politicization of Religion leading to Communal Violence
iii Regionalist and Separatist movements.
Reading list
Appadurai, A.1975 (11th ed). The Substance of Politics. Oxford University Press, Oxford.
Arora, N.D. & Awasthy, S.S. (2001). Political Theory. HAR ‐ANAND Publishing Ltd.,
Asirvatham, E & Misra, K.K.(2001). Political Theory. S. Chand, Co. New Delhi.
Bastian, S. (ed). Luckham, R. (2003). Can Democracy be designed, Zed Books. London
23 | Page Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Cambridge University Press. McKinnon, C (2008). Issues of Political Theory. Oxford University Press. New York. Mehra, A.K. & Khanna, D.D (ed) Kueck, G.W (2003). Political Parties and Party System, New Delhi. Sharma B.M. Bareth; R (ed) 2004. Good Governance, Globalisation and Civil Society,
Wilkinson, S.(2004). Votes and Violence. Electoral competition and communal riots in India,
B. Economics of development
Course Objectives:
• To develop ability to analyze and understand the contemporary socio-
economic realities through the use of relevant economic concepts.
• To gain insight into various approaches to economic development.
• To develop an understanding of the international socio-economic order and its
influence on the economy of developing countries.
• To develop an understanding of the diffe rent manifestations of the process of
underdevelopment.
Units Topics
1. Defining Economics of development and understanding theories of development
Nature and meaning of development and economics of development
Core values and objectives of development
Theories of Economic development- The Linear stage theory
The International Dependence
Revolution
The neoclassical counter
revolution
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The new growth theory
2. Structures , Characteristics and problems of developing nations
The structural Diversity of developing nations.
Classification and characteristics of developing nations
Concept of Human development Index(HDI)
Inequality and Poverty
Entitlement approach to Poverty(Amartya Sen)
The development assistance debate and debt crisis
3. Contemporary Development probl ems in the context of globalisation
The meaning of economic liberalisation and globalisation
Factors contributing to globalisation
Political ,Economic, Cultural and Psychological impact of globalisation
World Hunger- Magnitude ,causes, consequences and remedies
Reading list Bow J. (Edited) (2004, 2nd Edition) - The Globalization Reader Blackwell Publishing,
Oxford. Parsuraman P. Unnikrishnan, P.V. (2003) – Listening to People in Poverty Books
for Change, Banglore.
Somayaji, Sakarama Somayaji, Ganesh (2006) – Sociology of Globalization perspective from
India, Rawat Publication, India.
Second Commonwealth NGO Forum - (Report 1996). Todaro, Michael (2000) – Economic Developmen t, Addrson-Wesley Publishers, New York.
World Development Reports
C 12 Core Course Practicals Field work (4 credits )
FIELD WORK
Hours: 180 hours in each semester
Marks: 100 in each semester
Field Work is an essential component of the Social Work curriculum. It serves as a laboratory
where the students learn to integrate their cla ssroom learning with field experiences/reality.
The overall objectives for Field Work are as follows…
• Develop analytical ability to understand various dimensions of problems/issues and approaches to problem solving.
• Develop an integrated approach to social work practice.
• Develop specific skills for intervention at the micro level (individual, family, group and
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community) and at the macro level (social systems and institutions)
• Develop professional attitudes utilizing principles and values of social work.
Expectations from students in field work are worked out for Semester II and Semester IV.
Students are expected to work towards these expectations (outcome goals) in Semester I and
Semester III.
EachSemester is allotted 100 marks for field work . Students are expected to put in 15
hours of field work per week (180 hours in the semester).
Given below are the Outcom e Goals for Semester II
SemesterII
Outcome Goals I. ANALYTICAL ABILITY - (30 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student acquires knowledge about the agency, it’s philosophy goals administrative
structure and services, as well as the dynamics therein. The student is able to understand
his/her role vis a vis the
agency goals and plan tasks within this context. The student also develops an understanding
of the client system and the problem situation and is able to relate it to the theory taught in class.
The student acquires the ability to reflect in her/his recordings the link between theory and
practice.
Indicators
• With the help of the instructor, understands the agency. Its goals, objectives and strategies of work. Able to collect information from diff erent sources and write a report on these at the
end of the first semester.
• Is able to identify causes and effect of the problem situation as well as record the same in
different reports. Identify and profile the client system through home visits and surveys .
• With the help of the instructor, is able to plan and implement group tasks. • By the end of the semester is able to independently identify future areas of work and
indicate a relevant action plan.
• Understands the roles of the agency personnel and his/her own tasks.
• Is able to write basic reports and articles in relation to work done.
II. PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS - (30 Marks)
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Outcome Goal
The student acquires direct intervention skills, communication skills and administrative and
recording skills for problem solving.
Indicators
• Understands and identifies simple intervention strategies in relation to the problem situation.
• Understands and responds to problems of individuals, families and groups.
• Able to develop working relationship with th e agency, client system, staff, colleagues and
others in the field.
• By the end of the semester, is able to deve lop expertise in a specific area & mobilize/
resources required in the problem solving process.
• Writes recordings which are process oriented and reflective, with analysis in relation to the
dynamics of the problems situation / and indicates ability to relate Theory to Practice.
• Able to suggest appropriate strategies / plan for intervention.
• Plans and implements programmes / and sessions for specific target groups.
• Understands and utilizes effective and appr opriate IEC material while communicating with
different groups.
• Understands and participates in liaisoning with other organizations and networking on
common issues.
• Able to identify areas for research, conduct simple surveys, document and present reports.
III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - (25 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student shows responsibility and maturity in relation to his / her role within and outside
the agency.
Is able to understand and adhere to the ethics of social work by his / her commitment to social
work
values.
Indicators
• Develops self-awareness with the ability to understand and accept one’s own strengths and
limitations as a professional.
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• Is aware of social dynamics of a problem-situation and the need for sensitivity in dealing
with
them.
• Is consistent in taking up and completing tasks.
• Shares responsibility in a team recognizes the need for co-operation and teamwork and
shows leadership when required.
• Able to understand the ethics of the profession and abide by social work values in practice.
• Shows a willingness to learn through introspection and learning from others.
Participation in Orientation / Exposure Visits / Camps - (5 Marks)
Outcome Goal
The student is able to appreciate the importan ce of orientation / exposure visit and a camp
organized by the College and actively participates in them. The student is able to appreciate
and learn from the work of other organizations in the field of social work and is able to
understand the importance of community living.
Indicators • Attends and actively participates in the orientation / exposure visits and camps.
• Involves oneself in the planning and execution of tasks in the organization of the camp.
• Sensitive to people’s problems and culture.
• Adheres to camp discipline and values of teamwork and group living. • Critically evaluates the camp programme and makes constructive suggestions.
• Is actively involved in the process of report writing and presentation.
IV. USE OF FIELD INSTRUCTION - (10 Marks) Outcome Goal
The student understands and recognizes the role of the faculty advisor, field instructor and
field contact, and learns to take responsibility for learning.
Indicators
• Attends conferences regularly • Submits recordings regularly
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• Appreciates instructors’ guidance through comments in recordings and uses these to prepare
for
conferences.
• Appreciates the need to read material that is relevant to field work.
• Follows up on tasks / suggestions discussed wi th the field instructor / faculty advisor.
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MSW FEE STRUCTURE
FOR RAJIV GANDHI CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY STUDIES,
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
(OTHER FEES AS PER UNIVESITY CIRCULAR DATED 27TH APRIL 2010)
[Resolution No. AC/7.1/20.11.2009 & M.C.18/26.11.2009]
A. University Prescribed MSW Ist Year MSW IInd Year
Admission Form 100 100
Admission Processing 200 200
Tuition Fees * 30,000 30,000
Exam Fees 600 600
Mark sheet 50 50
Gymkhana Fees 200 200
Library Fees 1000 1000
Eligibility Fees 250 0
Enrolment Fees 220 0
Development Fees 500 500
Dissertation Fees/Project Fee 0 1000
Convocation Fees 0 250
Registration Fees 1025 0
Field Agency Visit/Rural Camp/
Internship* 5000 5000
Other Fees 250 250
E‐Suvida 50 50
E‐Charges 20 20
Computer Internet 500 500
Student Welfare Fund 50 50
ID Card 50 50
Group Insurance 40 40
University of Mumbai
Sports & Cultural Activity 30 30
Caution Money 150 150
Disaster Relief Fund 30 30
Library Deposit 250 250
Vice Chancellor Fund 20 20
Magazine fees 100 100
Utility Fees 250 250
Document Verification 400 0
Total Rs. 41,335 40,690
On par with the fees charged by SNDT & TISS.