Diploma in Social Work

Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK)

Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2.5 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Mar, Jul, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM17,150

Course Highlights

  • Be equipped with the knowledge, skills and values necessary to work in various social work settings as social work advocates social change and development, social cohesion and the empowerment and liberation of people
  • Core components include principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversity
  • Throughout this diploma, you will learn how to work with individuals, families and communities to advocate positive change and improve social outcomes
  • Gain an understanding of the issues and challenges marginalised populations face and the ways social workers can help them as well as gain practical experience through supervised placements in different social work settings

Course Structure

University Courses: 

  • English Proficiency
  • Public Speaking

Common Core Courses: 

  • Introduction to Social Science
  • Ethics in Helping Profession
  • Introduction to Human Services
  • Creative Problem Solving

Discipline Core: 

  • Fundamentals of Psychology
  • Introduction to Social Work
  • Theories in Social Work Practice
  • Social Work Methods with Individuals
  • Social Work Methods with Group and Families
  • Social Work Methods with Organizations and Community
  • Human Behaviour in the Social Environment
  • Basic of Social Welfare
  • Social Issues and Policy
  • Social Work Intervention Skills
  • Non-Governmental Organisatio
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Social Work Organization and Management
  • Social Enterprise

Industrial Training: 

  • Field Placement I
  • Field Placement II

General Courses by MPU: 

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban OR Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  • Study Skills
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  • Co-Curriculum

Elective Courses: Choose any TWO (2)

  • Social Work Practice in Addictions
  • Social Work Practice in Health Service
  • Social Work Practice with Older Adults
  • Social Work with the Disabled
  • Social Work with the Marginalized Community
  • Social Work with the Domestic Violence Concerns
  • Social Work Practice with Children

Entry Requirements

  • SPM: A pass in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with at least credit in THREE (3) subjects.
  • STPM: A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least Grade C (GP2.0) in any subjects.
  • STAM: A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul.
  • Certificate: 
    • Possess Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 in the related field.
      [Note: The Higher Education (HEP’s) are required to conduct screening and provide appropriate bridging courses specific to the discipline of the programme]; OR
    • A certificate (Level 3, Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) in the related field with at least Cumulative Grade Point of Average (CGPA) of 2.00.
  • Others:
    • Other relevant or equivalent qualifications, experience and requirements accepted by the HEP Senate/competent authority in Malaysia.
    • Possess an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL A) for admission.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM100

Tuition fees

RM22,150

RM17,150

  • Scholarship

Other miscellaneous fees

RM1,750

Discounts & scholarships

-RM800

  • Exclusive
  • Rebate

Total payable amount

RM18,200

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