Bachelor in Social Work (BSW) was introduced in Nepal by St. Xavier’s College in 1994. Tribhuvan University launched the course 2005. K & K adopted the course the very same year and since then it has been contributing in the production of skilled manpower that specialise in social work. As one of the most successful colleges to offer BSW, K & K is proud of its contribution made to the institutionalisation of the course in Nepal.
What is the nature of BSW curriculum?
Social work is a multi disciplinary course comprising of theory and field work. Theoretical concepts are derived from social science keeping social works values and principles at the center. It is a course which focuses on practical implementation rather than theoretical concepts. The course aims to groom an individual responsible towards society. Social work education plays a crucial role in shaping up the overall outlook of an individual, preparing them for social change. Theories cover sixty percent of the course while field work fulfills remaining portion. Both go parallel.
How is field work incorporated in the course?
Field work is an essential part of social work program. The students should commit 2 days in a week for field work. Their performance is evaluated on the basis of their attendance, application of professional skills in the field and reflection. They are also provided with the field work supervisors, both from the institution and from collaborating agencies. As part of the course, students are supposed to do Report Writing, Individual Conference, Group Conference, Neighborhood Camp, Rural Camp, Urban Camp, Block Placement and so on.
How does the course bridge classroom learning and implementation of knowledge?
Purpose of any education can be divided into two parts. First, there should be market to consume the graduates produced. They should be sellable in the market. Second part is making a person responsible towards society. BSW works on both of these parts. It teaches a student moral value and ethics and with that makes a student sellable in the market too.
In Nepal’s context, we are still discussing and fighting against social issues like poverty alleviation, untouchability, gender discrimination and so on. Thus, BSW graduates have more places to work on. They are employed in government and non-governmental social, economic and cultural development agencies. Besides that they are sellable in international market too and can also be a self employed entrepreneur.
Why don’t you offer Masters programme for BSW?
Tribhuvan University recently started Masters Programme for Social Work but has not provided affiliation to run the programme to its affiliate colleges. We’ll offer the programme, as soon as we get the affiliation. We are confident to make it successful as is BSW.
What is the eligibility to pursue the course?
One should have passed +2 or equivalent in any faculty with at least 2nd division marks from any university recognised by Tribhuvan University. Similarly, students should have basic understanding of basic concept of BSW and should have genuine interest on it. College takes entrance exams before taking admissions. Student should qualify in entrance tests that include written exam and interview.
Why K & K?
There is only one thing that we are concerned about: “Quality Education”. We have always moved ahead stepping on norms and ethics of social works. Our students have always topped BSW program results till date. This year’s gold medallist too is from K & K. We teach students to be responsible towards society and similarly produce market friendly graduates. We feel proud to say that our biggest ornaments are our students. Our former students have reached to higher level post in big organisations and are part of national level programmes. They also provide various scholarship and internship opportunities to our students.
