Master of Social Work
About This Programme
Advanced social work practice and leadership.
Course Highlights
- Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Required Courses
Practice-based master's (30 CH total, no thesis). Catalog lists these required courses.
- SWK642 Leadership & Supervision3 credits
- SWK645 Intermediate Social Work Research3 credits
- SWK695 Field Practicum II9 credits
- SWK699 Directed Readings3 credits
Elective Specialization Track
9 CH.
Complete one specialization track (9 CH, 3 courses): Health/Mental Health (SWK671, SWK690, SWK691) or Criminal Justice/Substance Abuse (SWK680, SWK681, SWK682).
- SWK671 Social Work Practice with At Risk Students3 credits
- SWK690 Social Work & Traditional Help Seeking Behavior3 credits
- SWK691 Social Work in Behavioral Health Settings3 credits
- SWK680 Social Work in Criminal Justice Settings3 credits
- SWK681 Social Work & Addictions3 credits
- SWK682 Techniques in Rehabilitation Counseling3 credits
Entry Requirements
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in government, policy, international organisations, research and the social sector, or continue to postgraduate study.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Social Work
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Social Sciences
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Social Work
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 24,000/yr
Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.