Bachelor of Social Work is a four-year, eight semester program with a second major in Rural Development or Psychology. This program is offered at Thames International College by the School of Social Sciences in association with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Tribhuvan University. Students are required to complete 120 credit hours of course work and practicum training to graduate. Students are also required to appear for TU course examinations separately which will lead to Bachelor of Arts degree from Tribhuvan University.

The challenges of building a better world are pressing, now more than ever. The Bachelor of Social Work at Thames empowers students to tackle these challenges. It equips you with knowledge of the wider world.

A culture of research is encouraged at Thames, where students learn about ethics and acquire a greater sense of social responsibility. Students in the BSW program will be able to explore a range of social issues of their interest, while also learning to solve problems in these contexts by thinking critically and communicating clearly. With strong communication skills, they will also be able to work well in teams and lead innovation in the workplace.

Program Structure

Required General Education Courses (33 Credits)

Code Course Cr. Hr.
ENG101 Academic Writing I 3
ENG103 Interdisciplinary Approach to Learning English I 3
PSY101 Psychology 3
ENG102 Academic Writing II 3
ENG104 Interdisciplinary Approach to Learning English II 3
NEP101 Nepali 6
ITC101 Computer Information System 3
ENG201 Reading, Writing and Critical Thinking 3
ENG202 Interactive Approach to Academic Reading 3
STT301 Statistical Package for Social Science 3

Required Social Work Major Courses (30 credits)

Code Course Cr. Hr.
SOW101 Concepts and Principles of Social Work 3
SOW102 Social Work Practicum I 3
SOW201 Methods of Social Work 3
SOW202 Integrated Social Work Practice 3
SOC203 Seminar on Contemporary Social Issues 3
SOW204 Social Work Practicum II 3
SOW301 Social Welfare Administration 3
SOW302 Research Methods in Social Work 3
SOW 304 Social Work Senior Overview: Thesis 3
SOW 305 Social Work Practicum III 3

Required Rural Development Major 2 Course (30 credits)

Code Course Cr. Hr.
RDS101 Theories and Approaches of Rural Development 3
STT101 Research for Beginners 3
ECO201 Rural Economy I 3
RDS201 Introduction to Rural Resources & Environment 3
ECO202 Rural Economy II 3
RDS202 Management of Environmental Resources 3
SOC301 Rural Sociology 3
RDS301 Government, Institutions and Civil Society 3
RDS302 Rural Development: Approaches and Applications 3
RDS303 Local Rural Governance 3

Required Psychology Major 2 Course (30 credits)

Code Course Cr. Hr.
PSY101 Foundation of Psychology I 3
PSY102 Foundation of Psychology II 3
PSY201 Community Psychology 3
PSY202 Research Methods I 3
PSY203 Psychology for Juvenile Delinquency 3
PSY204 Research Methods II 3
PSY301 Industrial and Organizational Psychology I 3
PSY302 Abnormal Psychology 3
PSY303 Industrial and Organizational Psychology II 3
PSY304 Adolescent Psychology 3

Required Elective Courses (6 credits)

Code Course Cr. Hr.
SOW303 Development Perspective in Social Work 3
SOC304 Anthropology of Contemporary issues in Nepal I 3
SOW306 Internship 3
SOC307 Anthropology of Contemporary Issues in Nepal II 3

At the time of admission

Fees Amount Payable on Admission
Admission Fee
(Admission, University Registration, Induction
and Education Support Programs)
89,000.00

Semester wise fee breakdown

Level No. of Credit Hour
per Semester
Tuition per
Credit Hour
Tuition per
Semester
1st Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
2nd Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
3rd Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
4th Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
5th Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
6th Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
7th Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00
8th Semester 15 Credit Hours Rs. 4,425‬.00 Rs.66,375.00

Early Bird Discount

Students who apply early and get their admission process complete by 31st August, 2022 will recieve a discount of Rs. 5000 per semester.

Smart Savings Scheme

Students can receive a discount of 15% should they decide to pay the tuition fees of all 4 years during the time of the admission.

Examination Fee

Students are required to pay examination fee to the university every semester. The examination fee is not included in any of the headings above and is payable at the time of examination registration.

Commencement Fee 

Commencement Fee from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 will be automatically charged on the final semester on top of the tuition and fees.

Certain academic and extracurricular criteria have to be met for applicants to enroll in a program at Thames International College. While academic competence is an important requirement, Thames International College seeks students who believe in a hands-on learning approach, who want to develop into innovative learners and professionals, and who we believe can fully benefit from the facilities we provide. Applicants will be reviewed through their applications and interviews before being admitted. Additionally, applicants at Thames must meet the following academic requirements.

Minimum Academic Requirements (10+2: HSEB/ CBSE/ ISC or equivalent Boards)

  • Should have successfully completed 10th, 11th and 12th grade.
  • Should have achieved minimum of D+ in all the courses or equivalent.
  • Can be from any stream be it, Management, Hotel Management, Science, or Humanities.

Minimum Academic Requirements (A- Levels)

  • Should have completed 3.5 credit (GP plus 3 courses).
  • Should have been provided equivalence by Nepal Education Board.

Admission Process

Step 1: Apply Online

Step 2: Pay your Application Fee

Step 3: Appear for an interview

Step 4: Accept the offer letter

Step 5: Pay admission fee

For more information please visit our Admission page.

Scholarship

Thames offers scholarships to students requiring financial aid. Scholarships are awarded based on need, merit, and students’ performances. For details:

Chairman’s Merit Scholarship Award
SOSS Need-Based Scholarship Award (For BJM, BPsy, BSO, BSW)
Thames Full Tuition Waiver Scholarship

Where can I find more information on other programs of School of Social Sciences?

For more information on the programs of School of Social Sciences, please see Programs: School of Social Sciences

What do you mean by dual major course?

Thames offers dual major course, where students can graduate getting two major degrees. For Example: If a student chooses first major as Social Work, his/her second major can be either rural development or Psychology.

Who are the faculties of Social Science Program?

Thames School of Social Sciences has faculties with proven experience and expertise. Some of our noted faculties are: Mr. Ujjwal Prasai, Dr. Ishwari Bhattarai, Dr. Urmila KC Rayamajhi, Dr. Umesh Rajopadhyaya, Damodar Tripathi (PhD scholar) and Nasala Chitrakar. For more information on faculties, please visit Faculties section in our website.

Is CMAT or any other kind of entrance examinations required to get enrolled in Social Science programs?

No, CMAT or any other entrance examination is not required to enroll in any Social Science programs at Thames. CMAT is specifically required for BBA, BIM and BBM programs.

Is the program three years or four-year course?

All the programs under School of Social Sciences at Thames has recently changed into 4-year course structure. So, all the programs are 4-year degree program at Thames.

What is the teaching method of Thames?

Majorly teaching approach at School of Social Sciences is student centered. The teaching methods include articles reading, classroom lecture, group work, classroom presentation, assignments and field practicum.

Can I apply for scholarship for programs offered by School of Social Sciences?

Yes. For information on scholarship options and how to apply, please see Scholarship options

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Nepal Social Work Symposium 2018

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