Social Work — study plan
- Credit hours
- 128
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 53
- Degree
- bachelor
The Social Work study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 128 credit hours across 53 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICC1201 | Values and Ethics | 2 |
| CUR1101 | University Skills | 0 |
| GEO1303 | The geography of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 3 |
| ELIG1401 | English Language | 2 |
| SW1101 | Social Welfare | 3 |
| SW1102 | Foundations of Social Work | 3 |
| PSY1106 | Human Behavior and the Social Environment | 2 |
| SW1301 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
Level 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR1101 | Tajweed of The Holy Quran | 2 |
| IND1101 | Design Thinking | 2 |
| SW1302 | Suadi Community | 3 |
| SW1104 | Ethical Practice in Social Work | 2 |
| SW1105 | Generalist Social Work Practice | 3 |
| SW1201 | Social Policy and Legislations | 3 |
| SW1303 | Social Theory | 3 |
Level 3 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2102 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 1 | 2 |
| MD1102 | Communication Skills | 3 |
| PSY1122 | Social Psychology and Its Applications | 2 |
| SW2304 | Social Anthropology | 2 |
| SW2106 | Social work practice with individuals and families | 3 |
| SW2107 | Social Work Practice with Groups | 3 |
| SW2108 | Social Work Practice in Organizations and Communities | 3 |
Level 4 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2103 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 2 | 2 |
| AI2001 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| SW2401 | Research Methods in Social Work | 3 |
| SW2202 | Management of Social Institutions | 2 |
| SW2109 | Professional Intervention Models in Social Work | 3 |
| SW2501 | Foundations of Field Training | 2 |
| SW2601 | Social Work in Eduction | 2 |
| SW2602 | Social Work in Health Care | 2 |
Level 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR3104 | Seal of the Holy Quran | 2 |
| BUS1099 | Professional skills | 2 |
| SW3603 | Social Work and Mental Health | 2 |
| SW3502 | Field Practicum 1 | 4 |
| MTH3401 | Introduction to Social Statistics | 2 |
| SW3604 | Digital Social Work | 2 |
| SW3605 | Social Work with Elderly | 2 |
| SW3606 | Family and Marital Counseling in Social Work | 2 |
Level 6 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIS1201 | Biography of the Prophet | 2 |
| SW3607 | Social Work with Therapeutic Groups | 2 |
| SW3503 | Field Practicum 2 | 4 |
| MTH3404 | Applied Statistics in Social Research | 2 |
| SW3608 | Social Work with family and childhood | 2 |
| MD3203 | Relations and Communication in Social Work | 2 |
| SW3609 | Social Work with Youth | 2 |
Level 7 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SW4504 | Cooperative Field Practicum | 6 |
Level 8 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICC4202 | Family in Islam | 2 |
| SW4404 | Research Project | 3 |
| SW4610 | Social Work in Delinquency and Crime | 2 |
| SW4611 | Social Work with Special Needs | 2 |
| SW4612 | Social Work in Addiction | 2 |
| SW4613 | Texts and Electronic Resources in Social Field | 2 |
| SW4204 | Planning and Social Development | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Social Work
How many credit hours is Social Work at Umm Al-Qura University?
Social Work at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 128 credit hours to graduate, spread across 53 courses.
How many years is Social Work at Umm Al-Qura University?
The study plan for Social Work spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Social Work award?
Social Work at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 128 credit hours.
Is Social Work offered at other universities?
Yes, Social Work is offered at at least 5 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.