The Bachelor of Social Work at Salve Regina University is designed for aspiring professionals committed to advocating for social justice and facilitating systemic change within diverse communities. You will explore the critical interplay between human behavior, social problems, and public policy, developing a foundational understanding of social welfare systems and their impact on individuals and groups. This undergraduate program prepares you to address complex societal challenges, from systemic inequalities rooted in race and class to the specific needs of vulnerable populations, equipping you with the knowledge and ethical framework essential for impactful social work practice.
You will engage in a comprehensive, full-time, on-campus learning experience over four years, combining rigorous coursework with extensive practical application. The curriculum integrates human biology, political systems, and the history of social work, alongside intensive methods of practice and research. Your journey will include significant fieldwork, beginning with service-learning projects and progressing to multiple internships and a senior field seminar, culminating in a capstone integrative seminar. You will graduate prepared for professional generalist practice and further graduate study, equipped with over 660 hours of hands-on experience.