Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) Internship Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

About this course

Students are expected to identify and select social work organizations anywhere in India based on their interests and future career considerations for the one-month Internship. The organization selected by the student once approved by the Fieldwork Committee is forwarded an official letter confirming the Internship. The student is expected to complete minimum of 7 hours a day and a total of 180 hours at the end of the placement.

Course objectives

• To provide students with practical exposure to social work settings, enabling them to integrate theoretical knowledge with field-based experiences.
• Through this internship, students will identify and engage with social work organizations that align with their career interests, enhancing their professional skills, understanding of developmental and systemic issues, and ability to evaluate organizational strategies and interventions.
• This hands-on experience fosters professional growth, critical thinking, and readiness for a career in social work.

Learning outcomes

• CO 209 Apply knowledge, attitudes and skills of a professional social worker learned through the social work programme.
• CO 210 Analyse developmental, structural, and systemic issues addressed by the field work agency
• CO 211 Evaluate strategies, programmes, and activities used by field organization
• CO 212 Exhibit professional ethics, critical thinking, and readiness for perusing a career in social work.

• Demonstrate the ability to critically examine problems and issues.
• Analyze the dynamics of problems at both micro and macro levels.
• Effective in communication, networking, and conducting research.
• Proficient in budgeting, mobilizing and raising funds.
• Builds strong interpersonal relationships and engages effectively with diverse groups.
• Possesses group media skills, and is capable in interviewing, observation, direct intervention, and reporting.
• Skilled in using various media tools to support communication and outreach. Professional Conduct
• Maintains regularity, discipline, sincerity, and punctuality.
• Print Demonstrates openness to individuals from diverse backgrounds, actively works to overcome personal biases and stereotypes.
• Shows eagerness to learn, explore new areas, and take on additional responsibilities.
• Capable of functioning effectively under pressure and in challenging situations.
• Exhibits leadership qualities and works well within a team.
• Communicates and reports regularly, and seeks feedback on work progress.
• Consistently prepares and submits required records in accordance with organizational expectations.
• Submits weekly field recordings on time and in the prescribed format.
• Receptive to feedback from the Field Instructor; acknowledges and incorporates suggestions and guidance.
• Actively participates in group conferences by initiating discussions, highlighting issues, and contributing to team problem-solving.
• Engages with the Field Instructor in a consultative and collaborative manner.