The 34-credit advanced standing program includes courses from a selected concentration, one field internship, and social work electives. The Ph.D. program prepares students to provide intellectual leadership for the social work profession through advanced scholarship, research, theory development, and policy analysis. Students are expected to acquire skill in research design and statistics. Interdisciplinary study is required as well as comprehensive knowledge of social work and social welfare history, theory, and policy. The program does not focus on the development of advanced skills for clinical practice, although students gain knowledge of practice theory and research related to social work practice is encouraged.
Many graduates assume positions as university faculty.
Consequently, the program offers opportunities for students to acquire skills in research, teaching, and curriculum development. Degree Requirements Degree requirements vary according to background and educational goals. Students must also have teaching experience in the School of Social Work while in the program and fulfill the computer skills requirement. The information in on-line catalogs and other University publications or announcements is subject to change without notice. University offices can provide current information about possible changes.