Ph.D. in Social Work
Degree Requirements
Coursework
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOW 7491 | Theoretical Perspectives in Social Work Research | 3 |
| SOW 7981 | Scientific Communication and Dissemination Practices | 3 |
| SOW 7616 | Advanced Clinical Practice With Complex Problems | 3 |
| SOW 7775 | Critical Issues in Social Work | 3 |
| SOW 7776 | Social Work Educator in the University | 3 |
| SOW 7919 | Directed Studies in Social Work Research (Optional) | 3 |
| SOW 7980 | Dissertation Hours | 2 |
Students should expect to take at least 4 additional credit hours either in research or area of strategic emphasis, coursework (see below), or in directed studies or dissertation hours.
Students will also take a minimum of three (3) (9 credit hours) graduate research methods courses offered in the College or University.
Students will also take a minimum of three (3) (9 credit hours) of graduate course work in their area of strategic emphasis offered in the College or University.
Other Requirements:
Students must successfully pass the School of Social Work qualifying exam and successfully defend their dissertation proposal in order to be admitted into Candidacy.
Dissertation
Successful defense of a dissertation consisting of original Social Work research. Students will take a minimum of 2 dissertation credits hours at the time of their defense.