Social Sciences

Department of Social Sciences

MSW

The Department offers an MSW (Master of Social Work) from the academic year 2007 – 08 onwards. The Master of Social Work is a Postgraduate Degree of two years duration. Aspirants can pursue MSW course after completing a Bachelor's degree. The syllabus is equivalent to Tamilnadu State Council for Higher Education (TANSCHE) and University Grants Commission (UGC). Focus on contemporary Theories and Practice with multifaceted field work exposure in various social work fields of study. Professional hands-on training and fieldwork internships in Civil Societies, Development organizations, Health Care and Counseling, Industrial and Manufacturing sectors of National and International repute.

Specializations - Medical and Psychiatric Social Work

Specialization in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work equips professionals with the expertise to support individuals facing complex health and mental health challenges. This specialization focuses on the intersection of healthcare, mental health, and social services, training practitioners to provide comprehensive care that addresses both physical and psychological needs. Graduates are prepared to work in diverse settings such as hospitals, mental health clinics, and community agencies, where they advocate for patients, facilitate access to resources, and implement therapeutic interventions. This program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural competence, and evidence-based practices to promote holistic well-being and enhance quality of life for individuals and families.

Human Resource Management(HR):

The Human Resource Management specialization equips students with professional knowledge and fieldwork experiences to take up careers soon after the course completion in the Human Resources department of Industries, Corporates, Hospitals, NGOs and other people development sectors. The course is blended with course contents in the core areas of HR Administration, Maintenance and Development covering the functions of Acquisition, Performance management, Labour compliance and Industrial relations, Compensation management, Employee engagement, Counselling and emerging HR functional areas. HR trends in the contemporary period and skill demands in the real world scenario are taught through Invited lectures by Industrial experts, Industrial visits, Fieldwork in HR settings and through appropriate skill building workshops. Training - Training in Human Resource Management, Psycho Social Assessments, Therapeutic Interventions and Counseling Techniques, . Integrated Skill Building Programmes in Documentary Filmmaking, Life Skills, Folk Art and Street theater, NGO Management, Project Management, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Proposal Writing and Social Science Research. MoU- MoU with AMM Foundation & WOCKHARDT Foundation and networked with Government and Non Governmental Organisations to enhance social work research and extension activities. International Collaboration with Renison University, Canada for students’ Exchange programme.

Scope of MSW

  • Placements in International, National and State organizations in Social Development, Policy making, Health care, Psychiatry, Counseling, Educational, HR /Industrial settings.
  • Opportunities as HR consultant, Recruiter, Trainer and Counseling practitioner.
  • Prospects in Teaching and Research as Faculty and Doctoral Research Scholar.
  • Careers as Assistant Professor, Social Welfare Officer, Project Officer, Rural Development Officer, Policy Maker, Adoption child care services, Counsellor, Medical Social Worker, Labour Welfare Officer, HR Officers in Government and in Private sectors.
  • Eligible to appear for National Eligibility Test (NET), State Eligibility Test (SET), TRB, TNPSC, UPSC and other Competitive Examinations and Civil Services.
  • Placement Opportunities:100% placement opportunity is ensured. Our alumnae are placed in the HR Department of TVS, Ramco, Vikatan, Manna foods (Britannia), Shell, Optisol, Pinnacle infotech; Counselors in Schools and Hospitals; Project Coordinators in State level NGOs., Sub - Inspector, State Level Coordinator for Adoption, Entrepreneurs, Faculty in reputed Institutions