1. · Mental health and social networks of elderly in Udupi
· Monitoring and evaluation of Pulsepolio vaccination in
Udupi
· Evaluation of MDA towards Filariasis and Malaria in
selected Districts in Karnataka
· Impact assessment of home lighting system in Udupi
· Social auditing of MGNREGA Scheme
· Assessment of Udupi District Children status
Eligibility
The candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any
discipline from a recognised University with a minimum of
50% of marks in the aggregate.
How to apply?
· You can apply online @ www.manipal.edu
· Applications are available at selected branches of State
Bank of India
· Write to the Director, Admissions with course and
complete postal address (Include pin code, telephone
number and email address, if any) by enclosing a DD
for Rs.600/- drawn on ‘Manipal University’ payable at
Manipal or Udupi (Karnataka)
experience of growth. Individual exercises, role-plays,
case studies, group tasks, educative games and watching
documentaries followed by discussion are some of the
common teaching strategies used to enhance students
learning experiences.
Ample opportunities are offered to the students to interact
with the subject academicians and practitioners from
Public Health, Media and Communication, Management,
Humanities, Medical Colleges, NGOs and Corporates
through conferences, workshops, seminars and guest
lectures. Students are offered opportunities to interact with
the students and faculties from Universities overseas.
The training is strengthened through engaging students in
conducting a number of research and service projects on a
variety of social concerns including child protection, social
auditing, psychosocial well-being of elderly, school health
promotion and stigma and discrimination towards mental
illness.
Research Excellence of the Department in the last
5 years
Research Papers 30
Workshops/Symposiums/Conferences/Resource
Sessions Conducted
28
Ongoing Research Projects 2
Research Projects Completed 13
Students’ engagement in Departmental projects
The Social Work students were engaged in the following
Departmental projects in the last 5 years.
· Situation analysis on child protection in Udupi District
and develop action plan
· Annual Status of Education Report (ASER)
Contacts:
Mr. Teddy Andrews
Mob: +91 9482046109
Email: teddy.andrews@manipal.edu
Dept. Phone: +91 820 2923157/2922875
Phone: +91 820 2571978 Fax: +91 820 2571982
Email: admissions@manipal.edu/publichealth.mu@manipal.edu
www.admissions.manipal.edu
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Department of Public Health
Manipal University

2. About Manipal University (MU)
MU is a renowned centre of excellence in teaching and
in providing quality education in India and in other parts
of the world making it a universally accepted destination
by students. The breadth of disciplines and collaboration
among constituent institutions give unparalleled opportunity
to students to cross departmental boundaries and explore
different horizons. MU is equipped with world class
facilities, state-of-art infrastructure, and dedicated faculty
for teaching, learning, training, research excellence and
service.
Focus of the MSW programme
MSW programme has been designed to prepare young
potential graduates for a range of advanced career
opportunities as skilled professionals to manage class
corporate, service and developmental sectors. The training
methodology offers conceptual understanding along
with practical skills, hands on experience to address the
emerging challenges embodied with humanistic values to
meet the professional requirements.
Vision
MSW programme at MU aims to develop a cadre of skilled
and competent professional social workers to promote
well-being of the people and to cause a positive change in
the society.
Specialisations offered
MU offers a unique Post Graduate degree in Master of
Social Work (MSW) in the following three specialisations:
· Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
· Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
· Community Development
Special Features of the course
· Competency driven curriculum
· Over 90% job placement
· Participatory teaching – learning methodologies
· Multidisciplinary campus
· Experienced faculty members
Placement Record and Career Opportunities
More than 90% of the Social Work students are in various
Governmental & Non-Governmental Organisations. Some
of the organisations include Emmanuel Hospital Association
(Jharkand), ITC (Bangalore, Karnataka), Ministry of Tribal
Welfare(Andaman&NicobarIslands),NationalRuralHealth
Mission (Assam), Arvind Motors (Bangalore, Karnataka),
Kasturba Medical College (Manipal, Karnataka), Pragya
(Ladagh & Lucknow), Wipro Technologies, Shahi Exports,
ING Vysya (Bangalore), Sarthee Consultancy (Pune). Higher
education aspirants are pursuing their higher studies in
premier institutions like Auckland University, New Zealand
and NIMHANS, Bangalore.
Quotes from Alumni
“The 2 year MSW program was a life changing
experience.....” – Carismah H Coutinho from Bangalore
(2011-2013 batch)
“Studying in one of the word class University was the best
feeling. Meeting people around the globe improved the
territory of thoughts and ideas. Manipal provides updated
and current syllabus for the MSW course.... Use of modern
technologies and equipments in teaching” - Abinash Biswal
from Odisha (2010-2012 batch)
“Apart from lecture the course also provides a platform
for class presentation of students (Individual & Group),
Class Discussion, Journal Club, Video Screening related
to subjects followed by discussion breaks the monotonous
teaching thereby motivates me not only to listen and learn
but also explores the creativity within me” – Shabana Moidu
from Andamans (2011-2013 batch)
“Beautiful Campus, Experienced faculty, awesome library
and friendly people in Manipal made our everyday learning
an enjoyable experience” - Maruti Pattar from Karnataka
(2010-2012 batch)
“MSW at Manipal helps individual to grow overall and that
is the beauty of this course” – Nylek Nair from Chennai
(2011-2013 batch)
Course Structure
The course duration is split into four semesters over two
years. Each semester consists of four theory papers and a
field work practicum. Writing up a dissertation in the third
semester and a block placement at the end of the course
for 6 weeks are mandatory. Students’ performance will be
evaluated based on credit system.
Teaching and Learning Methods
The training in MSW course at MU provides students
a rigorous, comprehensive, constructive, progressive