The aim of the programme is to enable students to evaluate and align personal values with the value base of the social work profession, acquire knowledge, understanding and practice competence in practice.

1. Evaluate and align personal values with the value base of the profession and its ethical standards and principles, and practice accordingly;
2. Integrate the liberal arts perspective that enriches the understanding of the person-in-environment context of professional practice with critical analysis and assessment of interpersonal, bio-psycho-social, cultural, and environmental factors;
3. Explain the use of comparative theories of working with individuals and family, groups, organizations, and communities;
4. Use communication skills differentially and creatively across client populations, colleagues, and communities;
5. Apply the knowledge and skills of generalist social work practice with systems of all sizes, and be able to integrate new ideas into practice;
6. Demonstrate skills to practice without discrimination and with respect, and knowledge related to clients’ characteristics, cultural beliefs, and contexts;
7. Apply critical thinking skills within the context of professional social work practice;
8. Describe the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination, and apply strategies of advocacy and social change that advance social and economic justice;
9. Conduct research studies, evaluate and apply research findings to provide creative solution to practice and for the community, with an aim to engage in evidence-based practice; and
10. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and practice competence through reflections to accomplish discovery and innovation in social work practice.

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