Program Overview

Internationalisation and Social Work

This course critically examines relevant questions related to social work in an international context. It discusses the global processes that shape social work practices and determine the nature of the social issues examined. The course explores different theories of global social work and discourses on social issues, vulnerabilities and interventions within social work, and it critically examines the implications of international theoretical and practical applications.

About the Course

The course also examines social work in different global socio-political contexts by mapping the structures, cultures and ideologies underlying the different ways in which social work and its professional development are organised. Different models for social work are discussed and contextualised, for example individual-oriented work and international social work.

Course Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Varied
• Type of studies: Distance with meetings
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-28504

Eligibility

A minimum of 90 ECTS within the social sciences education in the following subjects: social work, sociology, Psychology, Peace and conflict studies, pedagogic, Gender Studies and social geography, Political science, Law/legal Science or in other courses that are considered equal to thus above, including an individual essay carrying at least 15 credits or 90 ECTS within nursing including an individual essay carrying at least 15 credits. In addition, English is required for basic eligibility for higher education.

Selection

• Academic credits
• Application deadline was 15 October 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 12,075
• Total fee: SEK 12,075

Outline for Distance Course

The mandatory meetings take place digitally via Zoom. Other teaching is given via the Canvas learning platform in the form of recorded lectures, web-based seminars and exercises.

Study Period

• Starts: 19 February 2026
• Ends: 23 March 2026
• Mandatory meetings: 3
• Other meetings: None
• Study pace: 100%

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