About MSW Course
The department of Social Work affiliated to Mysore University started functioning from the academic year 2007-2008. The intake is 40. The course is a four semester full time course.
Special Features of the Course
MSW course is unique and highly challenging as it combines practice based theory. The field work practicum trains the students to work in a variety of welfare service organizations exposing them to practical training in social work. The Department organizes a number of Co-curricular and Extracurricular activities to build confident trainee social workers. There is special focus on soft skills training, spoken English, and personality development activities.The Department conducts Guest Lectures inviting subject experts from various fields of expertise to broaden the knowledge base of the students.
Projects Undertaken
| Sl.No. | Principal Investigator | Project title | Type of the project | Year of sanction | Funding agency | Total grants sanctioned | Ongoing / Completed |
| 1 | Dr. Suman K Murthy | A Study on the Impact of Environmental Awareness Module among Graduate Students | Minor Research Project | 2012 | Karnataka Knowledge Commission, Bangalore | 1,26,750/- | Completed |
| 2 | Dr. Suman K Murthy | A Study on the Perceived Hurdles and Providing Awareness to Mothers with regard to the Right to Education Act in Mysore | Minor Research Project | 2013-14 | University Grants Commission | 80,000/- | Completed |
| 3 | Dr. Laxmi | Baseline Compliance Report on Sec. 4, 5,6,7,8 & 9 of COTPA (The Cigarette and Other Tobacco Product Act)-2003 in Mandya | Minor Research Project | 2013-14 | The International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, New Delhi and State Anti Tobacco Cell, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Bangalore | 50,000/- | Completed |
| 4 | Dr. Laxmi | A Study on Sanitation and Hygiene Awareness among SHG Women Members | Minor Research Project | 2014-15 | University Grants Commission | 1,00,000/- | Completed |
Rank Holders
| SL. No | Name | Course | Rank | Year |
| 1 | Ms. Apoorva M S | MSW | 1st Rank – 2 Gold Medals & 1 Endowment Prize | 2016 |
| 2 | Ms. Anusha Jain H D | MSW | 4th Rank | 2016 |
| 3 | Mr. Jagadeesh M M | MSW | 1st Rank – 2 Gold Medals & 1 Endowment Prize | 2015 |
| 4 | Ms. Rashmi | MSW | 7th Rank | 2015 |
| 5 | Ms. Kalpitha | MSW | 3rd Rank | 2014 |
| 6 | Ms. GodadeviSrinivasa | MSW | 7th Rank | 2014 |
| 7 | Ms. PreethuNanaiah A N | MSW | 2nd rank- 1 Gold Medal | 2011 |
| 8 | Ms. Manushree G P | MSW | 7th Rank | 2011 |
Faculty Achievements
- Premajyothi D awarded as Best Social Worker by the Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of Karnataka in the Year 2008.
- Ms. Premajyothi D is recognized as Best Social Activist by International Minority Rights Group, London, United Kingdom in the Year 2011.
ACTIVITIES FOR 2019-20
| Sl. No | Activities | Date |
| 1. | Gender sensitization programme was conducted by the faculty of the department for the first batch of M.sc and MCA students | 24.07.2019 |
| 2. | Two students of II MSW participated in the ZERO2 maker workshop organized by L&T Mysore campus | 24.07.2019-26.07.2019 |
| 3. | Gender sensitization programme for the second batch of M.sc and MCA students was conducted by the department | 31.07.2019 |
| 4. | The department of Social work in association with the Department of Life Sciences organized a plenary talk on HEPATITIS-Invest in eliminating | 2.08.2019 |
| 5. | The department of Social Work hosted the ‘Essay Writing’ Competition organized by MES for the students of PG Centre, on occasion of Independence day | 3.08.2019 |
| 6. | The Department of Social Work co-organized “Self-defense by Karthik Kateel” programme along with the Department of Computer Science | 14.09.2019 |
| 7. | Both I and II Year MSW students along with Ms Bhavana and Ms Premajyothi participated in a two-day national conference for Youth organized by Ramakrishna Mission, Mysore | 20.09.2019 & 21.09.2019 |
| 8. | Ms Premajyothi.D and Mr. Indushekara conducted Gender sensitization programme and a talk on family disorganization and juvenile delinquency for BA students of MFGC | 26.09.2019 |
| 9. | The Department of Social Work coordinated PSC coaching orientation programme conducted by Prof Narasimha Murthy, where students of all PG departments participated | 30.09.2019 |
| 10. | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Nirashrithara Punarvasathi Kendra and Children’s home for Girls, Mysore. | 4.10.2019 |
| 11. | Students of I MSW along with Ms. Premajyothi.D participated and presented papers in a one-day National level seminar on “Women empowerment and economic development in India- The road map ahead” organized by Sri K Puttaswamy First Grade College, Vidya Vardaka College of Engineering, Mysuru. | 11.10.2019 |
| 12. | Students of I MSW participated in “World Hospice and Palliative Care Day”, organized by SVYM, V-Lead, Mysore and Palliative care centre, PKTB & CD Hospital, Mysore. | 12.10.2019 |
| 13. | Students of I MSW participated in a one-day regional seminar on “Social Work Education in Karnataka: Opportunities and Challenges”, organized by the Department of Social Work, Sir M.V PG Centre, Tubinkere, Mandya | 14.10.2019 |
| 14. | The Department of Social Work in collaboration with Apollo BGS Hospitals organized a HEPATITIS Screening and Vaccination programme for the teaching, Non-teaching staff and students of the PG Campus. | 17.10.2019 |
| 15. | The Department of Social Work had organized Flood Relief Programme for the Victims of floods in Mudagere, Chikkamagalur District and Villages near Hassan. Students and Faculty members had collected relief materials from students and faculty members of different departments of the campus and SBRR FGC and distributed the same in the rehabilitation camps | 20.10.2019 |
| 16. | All the faculty members attended the 12th National Women’s science congress organized by Matruvedike Swadeshi Vignana Andolana Karnataka and SBRR Mahajana FGC, Mysore. Three of our faculty members were the Thematic Conveners for various themes and also presented papers. Ms Archana Bernadette Pradeep, I MSW student presented a paper titled ‘Role of Social Workers in Organ Donation’. Also the students presented a Skit in the cultural event on the theme Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace. | 7.11.2019-9.11.2019 |
| 17. | Students of II MSW along with Ms Premajyothi attended a one day regional seminar on Corporate Social Responsibility; Policy, Strategy and Practice organized by the Department of Social Work and Commerce, in association with Karnataka Association of professional Social Workers, Sir M Vishveshwarayya PG Center,Thoobinakere, Mandya. | 16.11.2019 |
| 18. | Hepatitis Vaccination booster dose was given for the staff and students of PG centre | 19.11.2019 |
| Students of II MSW went on an awareness camp for the local community along with V-Lead Project Prerana to Ekalavya nagar Mysore. Awareness on Waste Segregation and Zero waste management was given by the students | ||
| 19. | Ms Premajyothi.D and Mr. Indushekara conducted a half-a day workshop on Gender sensitization for 1st year M Com. students | 20.11.2019 |
| 20. | The Department of Social Work along with HDFC Bank Mysore Custer and Jeevadhara Blood bank organized a Blood donation camp for the staff and students of the PG centre. 61 donors voluntarily came forward and donated blood. | 27.11.2019 |
| 21. | Ms Premajyothi.D along with two students conducted a Gender sensitization programme for final year degree students in MFGC | 5.02.2020 |
| 22. | Ms Premajyothi along with 4 MSW students participated in MAHAM- event organized by SBRR MFGC, Mysore and took part in promoting PG courses on behalf of the PG Centre | 7.02.2020-9.02.2020 |
| 23. | Four days International Webinar on Recent Trends in Community Development organized by Department of Social Work, Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana Education Centre, Mysore. | 6th July – 9th July 2020 |
| 24. | Three-day – International webinar on – “Medical and Psychiatric organized by Department of Social Work, Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana Education Centre, Mysore. Social Work practice in expanding the healthcare system” | 10th -2th August 2020 |
| 25. | National webinar on – “Migration and its Impacts on Women: Sociological and Socialwork Perspectives” organized by Department of Social Work, Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana Education Centre, Mysore. | 25th August 2020 |
ACTIVITIES FOR 2018-19
| Sl. No | Activities | Date |
| MARCH | ||
| 1. | A half-a-day workshop on payroll, wage and salary administration for II MSW students was organized by the department where our alumni Mr. Manjunath from Triveni gears was the resource person | 9.3.2019 |
| 2. | Students of II MSW participated in bulk interview process in RISHI FIBC company, Thandya Industrial area. | 20.3.2019-21.3.2019 |
| 3. | The department of Social Work organized “Legal Awareness-support programme” as part of world water-day and International Women’s day, in collaboration with District legal service authority and district BAR association, Mysore. Nearly 180 students from different departments of the pg centre participated in the programme | 22.3.2019 |
| 4. | Ms Premajyothi gave valedictory remarks in the National seminar on Higher education: challenges, issues and transformation, organized by Government FGC, Hanagoodu. | 22.3.2019 |
| 5. | Dr. Suman K Murthy and Ms Premajyothi along with 5 teams of studenst participated in IDEATHON 2019 Organized by NAIN, at PBMMEC Campus. 5 projects were presented by our students | 28.3.2019 |
| 6. | The department of Social Work organized a half-a-day workshop for both I and II year MSW students on Communication and Interview skills. The resource person was Mr. Manjunath from Shine Social welfare and Health care charitable trust, Bangalore. | 29.3.2019 |
| 7. | All the faculty members and students from the department of Social Work participated in World Social work day organized by the department of studies in Social Work, Manasa Gangotri, University of Mysore. The students participated in skit, poster presentation and elocution competitions. | 30.3.2019 |
| FEBRUARY | ||
| 1. | Ms Premajyothi and Mrs. Bhavana along with 4 students of 2nd semester visited the tribal areas of Hunsur where Social Work camp would be, for a pilot study | 2.02.2019 |
| 2. | The evaluation for Shuchi Sambhrama project was held at the department | 4.02.2019 |
| 3. | Ms. Premajyothi, Mr. Indushekar and Ms Bhavana visited Mahajana FGC to address final year students about MSW course and also conducted a programme on gender sensitization for BA students | 6.02.2019 |
| 4. | All faculty members along with both I and II MSW students went for an orientation visit to Kumbara Koppalu zero waste management plant | 7.02.2019 |
| 5. | A guest lecture was organized by the department where the assistant environment officer and her team addressed the students on pollution, roles and responsibilities of the Board and some major Acts related to environment. | 15.02.2019 |
| 6. | Board of studies meeting was held in the department | 18.02.2019 |
| 7. | Dr Suman K Murthy, Mr Indushekar and Ms Premajyothi visited Kiranguru gramapanchayat for cam site visit | 19.02.2019 |
| 8. | Ms Premajyothi along with II Semester students attended World Social Justice Day celebration organized by Sharadha Mahila Samaja in co-ordination with District Public Legal Authority Cell, Mysore. | 20.02.2019 |
| 9. | Social Work camp for II Semester students is organized by the department from 25.02.2019 to 6.03.2019 | 25.02.2019 |
| JANUARY | ||
| 1 | Commencement of the semester | 3.01.2019 |
| 2. | Ms Premajyothi D along with two students participated and presented paper at the National Conference organized by Indian Society for Professional Social Workers held at NIMHANS Bangalore | 3.01.2019-5.01.2019 |
| 3. | All the faculty members along with second semester students visited Thandavapura Gram Panchayath to meet the PDO regarding field placements for the upcoming semester and visited 4 villages under the panchayath. | 9.01.2018 |
| 4. | Mrs. Bhavana V participated in a state level workshop on ‘Technical writing and publications, grant proposals funding agencies and soft skills in scientific research’ organized by the centre for the study of Social exclusion and inclusive policy, University of Mysore | 10.01.2019-11.01.2019 |
| 5. | A guest lecture was organized by the department for both I and II semester students. The resource persons were a team of WOW programme by ITC who presented about waste management initiatives by ITC in Mysore | 24.01.2018 |
| 6. | People from MCC addressed students about swachatha app and created awareness about voting for swachh Mysore | 31.01.2019 |
| DECEMBER | ||
| 36 | All faculty members attended faculty development programme on “Nuances in Autonomy and Accreditation” organized by the PG centre | 1.12.2018 |
| 37. | Ms Premajyothi D participated and presented paper at the International academic practitioners conference on positive Social Work, Positive thought and positive impact held at Katmandu Nepal and also worked as a organizing committee member | 8.12.2018-15.12.2018 |
| NOVEMBER | ||
| 32 | All the faculties attended Kannada Rajyotsava programme at Mahajana FGC | 1.11.2018 |
| 33 | All the faculty members attended a Lecture and interaction on “Social Entrepreneurship and the Asian Century” jointly organized by SBRR Mahajana FGC and PBMM Education Centre | 20.11.2018 |
| 34 | Orientation visit for both I and II MSW students to Bharath cancer hospital and L&T | 23.11.2018 |
| 35 | All faculty members attended felicitation programme for the Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore organized by the PG Centre | 30.11.2018 |
| OCTOBER | ||
| 25 | The department of Social work and the department of Economics jointly organized a seminar on “Relevance on Gandhian Thought on Economic Ideas and Social Work in Today’s Contemporary world”. | 04.10.2018 |
| 26 | A talk on “Mental health Awareness” was organized by the department for all the faculties of PBMMEC, in association with Prerana hospital, Kuvempunagar, Mysore, on part of WHO International mental Health Week | 13.10.2018 |
| 27 | Students of the Department participated in 5-min presentations competition organized by the department of Computer Science, where 9 of our students participated | 15.10.2018 |
| 28 | Two Students of I MSW attended a two-day National conference on “Combat Depression”, organized by the department of pharmacology and psychiatry, JSS Medical college and Hospital, Mysore in association with Indian Psychiatric society combat depression task force, IPS-KC | 23.10.2018 and 24.10.2018 |
| 29 | All faculties of the department attended faculty development programme on “Institutional excellence through accreditation and autonomy”, organized by the department of business administration, PBMMEC. | 27.10.2018 |
| 30 | The department of social work in collaboration with ABVP Karnataka organized a self-defense training programme “SAAHASI” for the female students of various departments of the PG centre. | 27.10.2018 to 29.10.2018 |
| 31 | Dr Suman K Murthy and Ms Premajyothi conducted a workshop on Gender sensitization for the students of the department of Commerce, PBMMEC, where, Mr Indushekar and Ms Bhavana Facilitated the workshop | 31.10.2018 |
| SEPTEMBER | ||
| 18 | I & III semester students attended one hour talk by Krishik Sarvodaya Foundation, Vijayanagar, Mysuru about Banking Service Exams. | 03.09.2018 |
| 19 | Welcome party was organized for I MSW students. | 08.09.2018 |
| 20 | I & III semester students attended 1hour 30 minutes talk on how to prepare for competitive exams organized by E-ten Career Launcher, Mysuru | 15.09.2018 |
| 21 | A half a day Workshop on “World Suicide Prevention Day” was organized by the Department in collaboration with the District Health Department, Mysore. Dr Narendra was the resource person and 114 students from different departments participated. | 17.09.2018 |
| 22 | Students of MSW attended a One-day workshop on “The Scope of Social Work Practice with Senior Citizens in India” organized by the Department of Social Work, Government first grade college K.R Nagara | 20.09.2018 |
| Dr.Shanthi from Samrudhi Foundation conducted a workshop on Logical framework Analysis for II MSW students | 27.09.2018 | |
| 23 | Student forum elections were held in the department where student representatives were elected as President, Secretary, Treasurer from III semester and 2 Joint secretaries from I semester. | 27.09.2018 |
| 24 | The department had organized Staging of Drama-Stage Chemistry – Neuro Psychiatric Disorders on stage, performed by Dr. Poornima and team. Students from different departments attended the programme. | 28.09.2018 |
| AUGUST | ||
| 10. | Mr Indushekar and Ms Premajyothi visited Karnataka slum development board and visitd Siddappaji cross for a transect walk | 02.08.2018 |
| 11. | An orientation about Social work course was conducted by Ms Premajyothi D | 7.08.2018 |
| 12. | Two students of II MSW participated in the quiz competition conducted by NIPM Mysore chapter | 8.08.2018 |
| 13. | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Vimala terminal care centre and Rudset Training centre | 13.08.2018 |
| 14 | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Ashakirana Hospital and Rural Literacy and Health Programme | 14.08.2018 |
| 15 | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Sneha Kirana Spastic Society and The All India Institute of Speech and Hearing | 16.08.2018 |
| 16 | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Shakti Dhaama | 18.08.2018 |
| 17 | Orientation visit for I MSW students to Nirashrithara parihara Kendra and Children’s home for girls | 20.08.2018 |
| JULY | ||
| 7. | Mr Indushekar and Ms PremaJyothi attended a workshop on “IUHWASH” organized by NIE College | |
| 8. | All faculties attended FDP on J-Gate, organized by the Department Of Tourism And Hospitality Management | 06.07.2018 and 12.07.2018 |
| 9. | Ms Premajyothi visited Karnataka slum development board to meet the authority and discuss about slum visit | 27.07.2018 |
| JUNE | ||
| 4. | Ms Premajyothi presented a paper on impact of digital India on post graduate students, in a conference on global innovative research dimensions organized by Sheshadri FGC Bangalore. | 22.06.2018 |
| 5. | All Faculties attended International Yoga Day programme, organized by the Department Of Tourism And Hospitality Management | 26.06.2018 |
| 6. | Mr Indushekar and Ms Premajyothi visited Karnataka slum development board | 21.06.2018 and 27.06.2018 |
| MAY | ||
| 1. | Ethnic Day | 2.05.2018 |
| 2. | Send-off party for II MSW students | 5.05.2018 |
| 3. | Ms Prema Jyothi delivered a speech on Contribution of Dr. B.R Ambedkar for the upliftment of women in education, organized by the department of social welfare, Bangalore | 17.05.2018 |
Programmes
MSW
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
Social Work is a relatively young discipline among Social Sciences. It is a help rendering Profession. Social Work teaches the art and science of rendering help to people in need of such help. Its philosophical premise is that Every Individual is worthy and capable. This profession is most suited for all those who are interested in bringing a difference among the people, society and the world around them.
The MSW programme offered by the SBRR Mahajana First Grade College PG Wing aims to train young graduates in the art and science of Social Work discipline. The two years, four semester course is a combination of theory and field work components. The department of Social Work, through its professional training in field work and application of theory into practice facilitates its students to become competent professional social workers who can be readily absorbed by the job market. The student can also pursue M. Phil and Doctoral programme after the completion of the MSW programme. The opening for the trained social workers are in varied fields such as Industries, Hospitals, Communities, Correctional settings, Governmental welfare sectors, Schools, Family and Child welfare, non- governmental sector and many more.
Eligibility Criteria:
B.SW./B.A. with social work as an optional/B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./B.B.M./L.L.B. of the university recognized as equivalent are eligible for admission to M.S.W. with minimum of 45% (40% in case of SC/ST and Cat 1) of aggregate marks in all the year so qualifying examination.
Note: The order of preference shall be as follows:
- Those who have passed B.S.W.
- Those who have passed a degree with social work as one of the optional subjects.
- Those who have passed B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./B.B.M./L.L.B./Degree.
DISTRIBUTION OF COURSE CONTENT AND CREDITS
Papers Offered
MSW – I Semester
Core Papers for Odd Semester – Honors Level
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWHC–1 | Social Work – History and Ideologies | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–2 | Society and Dynamics of Human Behavior | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–3 | Work with Individuals and Families | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–4 | Work with Groups | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–5 | Work with Communities | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–6 | Social Work Practicum – I | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||
MSW – II Semester
Core Papers for Even Semester – Honors Level
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWHC–7 | Management of Developmental and Welfare Services | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–8 | Social Work Research and Statistics | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–9 | Social Work Practicum – II (Social Work Camp & Summer Placement) | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWHC–10 | Social Work Practicum – III | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWSC–1 | Communication Counselling / Gandhian Approach to Welfare & Development | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWSC–2 | Personal & Professional Growth / Population & Environment | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWOE–1 | Social Work Practice with Children / Science of Crime, Penology & Social Work Practice | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
MSW – III Semester
Core Papers for Odd Semester – Masters Level
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWHC–11 | Human Resource Management | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–12 | Social Work Practicum – IV | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWSC–3 | Social Work with Tribal & Rural Communities / Organisational Behaviour & Organisational Development | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWSC–4 | Preventive & Social Medicine & Medical Social Work / Rehabilitation & Aftercare Services | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWSC–5 | Social Policy, Planning & Development / Legal System in India | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 | ||||
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWOE–2 | Gerontological Social Work / Management of Non Governmental Organisations | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
MSW – IV Semester
Core Papers for Even Semester – Masters Level
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWHC–13 | Employee Relations & Legislations | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–14 | Mental Health & Psychiatric Social Work | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| SWHC–15 | Major Project | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| SWHC–16 | Social Work Practicum – V | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWHC–17 | Social Work Practicum – VI (Block Placement) | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| SWSC–6 | Human Resource Development & Employee Wellness / Case Studies | 2
0 |
0
0 |
0
2 |
2 2 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||
| CODE NUMBER | PAPER TITLE | L | T | P | CREDITS |
| SWOE–3 | Disaster Management / Correctional Administration & Services | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
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FACULTY
Dr. Bhavana V
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR & HOD
Dr. Indushekara G.V.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR