Study abroad in Los Angeles, United States: Most popular universities for Social Work.

Are you thinking of studying Social Work, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Social Work in Los Angeles, United States. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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California State University Los Angeles

Cal State LA transforms lives and fosters thriving communities across greater Los Angeles. We cultivate and amplify our students' unique talents, diverse life experiences, and intellect through engaged teaching, learning, scholarship, research, and public service that support their overall success, well-being, and the greater good.
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University of Southern California

The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, a global center for arts, technology and international business, USC’s diverse curricular offerings provide extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration with leading researchers in highly advanced learning environments.
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University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

We doubt the critics, reject the status quo and see opportunity in dissatisfaction. Our campus, faculty and students are driven by optimism. It is not naïve; it is essential. And it has fueled every accomplishment, allowing us to redefine what's possible, time after time.
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Most popular Social Work programmes for international students in Los Angeles

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Social Work degree in Los Angeles.

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Child Development

California State University Los Angeles

The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development provides students with the opportunity to explore the relationship between theory, research and practice. The curriculum reflects an interdisciplinary approach to the study of children and families and the social contexts that influence development.
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Social Work

University of Southern California

Our flagship Master of Social Work (MSW) program at University of Southern California provides advanced preparation for a career serving those in need. We train social workers who will provide life-enhancing services, just as we develop leaders who will influence policy to create a more just and humane world.
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Child Development

California State University Los Angeles

The Masters of Arts in Child Development is designed for students interested in research, theory and practice related to the study of individuals and families across diverse populations and settings. Students may coordinate degree requirements for the Elementary Subject Matter Credential, Special Education Credentials, or the Early Childhood Special Education Credential Program.
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Social Welfare

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)  Department of Social Welfare offers the Master of Social Welfare (MSW) and a Ph.D. in Social Welfare. Joint degrees offer an even broader range of skill and expertise development.  An undergraduate B.A. in Public Affairs, Minor in Public Affairs, and Minor in Gerontology are also available.
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Non-Governmental Organizations and Social Change

University of Southern California

This interdisciplinary program at University of Southern California  focuses on the roots of social conflict, on theories and methods for understanding them, and on the Non-Governmental Organizations and Social Change (NGOs) and nonprofits that address them.
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Social Science

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

The UCLA Master of Social Science (MaSS) program from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is an intensive, 9 month program for highly-motivated students. Students in the MaSS program learn innovative approaches to social science research in a small, collaborative learning environment. 
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Child Development - Elementary Subject Matter Teacher Preparation

California State University Los Angeles

Option II prepares prospective teachers for grades K-8. Because passing the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) is a prerequisite for a teaching credential, students in Option II are expected to prepare for and take the three portions of the CSET: Multiple Subjects at their earliest convenience and report their results to a Department advisor. 
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Social Work

Social Work degrees teach students how to improve the well-being and life-quality of vulnerable groups like children, youths, homeless people, or minorities. Social Work studies employ theories from Sociology, Education, Psychology, as well as knowledge of public laws. Students learn how to support people in need of help and how to empower them to take action and solve the problems they face.

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