Manipal University (MAHE) MSW admission 2024 is open now. The last date to apply for admission is March 15, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online on the university’s official website – manipal.edu. Admissions to the program will be granted on the basis of marks secured in the qualifying examination followed by a personal interview. Check MAHE Admission 2024

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) offers a full-time Masters of Social Work course in various specializations. The course is offered for a duration of 2 years which is divided into 4 equal semesters. The minimum eligibility to apply for admission into the MSW course of MAHE is a Bachelor’s Degree. Admissions are done on the basis of the merit-rank of the candidates in their qualifying examinations.

Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Important Dates 2024

Event Date
Last date to apply March 15, 2024
Display of Merit list To be notified
Commencement of Counselling Procedure To be notified

Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission into the MAHE MSW course shall fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

  • The candidate must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University, with a minimum of 50% marks.

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Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Admission Criteria

Admission to the MSW course of Manipal University will be purely merit-based through candidates’ qualifying examination scores.

Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Application Process

  • Visit the official website of Manipal university @manipal.edu.
  • Click on the “Apply Now” link available on the homepage
  • Register with email id and phone number.
  • User Id and Password will generate
  • Log In with the credential and fill the application form.
  • Enter personal and academic details.
  • Pay the application fee through online payment means such as Debit Card or Credit Card
  • Submit the application form and take a printout of it for future references.

Documents Required

  • Class 10, 12, and Graduate Marks sheet and certificate (also used for DOB verification)
  • Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar/PAN Card/Driving License/Passport)
  • Passport size photographs
  • Provisional Allotment Letter
  • Caste / PwD Certificate (if applicable)

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Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Course Details

Manipal University (MAHE) offers an MSW course in various specializations of which the details are tabulated below:

Course Specialization Syllabus
Master of Social Work (MSW) Community Development Syllabus
Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
Medical and Psychiatric Social Work

Course Duration

The duration of the MSW course offered at Manipal University is 3 years of which the coursework is divided into 4 semesters.

Prescribed Coursework

  • The MSW Program includes various elements such as theoretical classes, skill-building workshops, concurrent social work practice, co-curricular and extracurricular activities, and action research.
  • Besides, community camp, project work, and study tour are part of the interactive syllabus.
  • One university exam for each subject at the end of each semester
  • Two internal exams will be there for each subject during the semester including Written exam, Presentations, and assignments
  • The first two-semester of the course has core courses of 3 credits each and a practical course of 8 credits.
  • Starting from the 3rd semester, the MSW program has elective subject courses.
  • The 4th semester also has a project work of 9 credits.
  • Minimum marks: 25 in the internals out of 50 and 25 in the University exams out of 50 to pass a semester
  • A minimum of 75% attendance is required to appear in the exam and move to next semester.

Tabulated below is the course structure of the MSW Course:

Semester Subjects Credits Marks
First 4 Core subjects & 1 Concurrent Social Work Practicum 20 550
Second 4 Core subjects & 1 Concurrent Social Work Practicum 20 550
Third 4 Elective Subjects & 1 Block Social Work Practicum 27 550
Fourth 3 Subjects, 1 Project, and 1 Block Social Work Practicum 33 600
Total - 100 Credits 2250 Marks

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Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Placement Details

MAHE, Manipal has a dedicated training and placement cell that aims to provide good job opportunities to its students. The average salary offered to the MSW students is INR 2.6 – INR 4.5 LPA. Mentioned below are the different sectors where MSW students get different job opportunities:

  • Several community developments are placed in Non-Governmental Organizations or Governmental Organizations, Community Health Centers both in rural and urban, CSR.
  • HR, Industrial Relations, Employee welfare, and training and development, managing CSR programs and research
  • Working in the areas of disabilities, varied dimensions of health, mental health, de-addiction, specific research programs, and targeted public health concerns.
  • Researcher and program developer in departments such as the Home ministry, Child and Women Welfare Departments, and the Department of Social Justice.

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Manipal University (MAHE) MSW Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education provides various scholarships for its UG and PG students if they fulfill the eligibility criteria. Some of them are as follows:

  • Scholar and Achiever Scholarship
  • Scholarships for Academy of General Education Students (SAGES)
  • Academy of General Education (AGE) Scholarship for AGE Students, ITC scholarship
  • Merit Scholarships for Foreign / Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Category Students
  • Merit Scholarship for Konkani speaking students, AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver
  • Merit Scholarship for Children of Manipal Alumni
  • Scholarship scheme of interest subsidy on education loan for MAHE students, Kadambi scholarship

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Manipal University (MAHE) MSW FAQs

Ques. Can I work with International organizations like UNICEF, Red Cross after completing the MSW program at Manipal University?

Ans. Yes, after the completion of the MSW program at Manipal University, a candidate can join a number of organizations working for the betterment of people and society. You can work with them in order to help society.

Ques. What is the application form fee for the MSW program offered at MAHE?

Ans. The application form fee to apply in the MSW program offered at MAHE is INR 600 for all General Candidates. For Foreign/ NRI / NRI Sponsored category candidates, the application fee is INR 2500.

Ques. I have just completed my bachelor’s degree in arts, am I eligible for this MAHE MSW program?

Ans. Yes. Candidates having a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks can apply for admission into the MSW course offered at Manipal University.

Ques. Is there any entrance test conducted by Manipal University for admission in MSW courses?

Ans. No, Manipal University doesn’t conduct any entrance examination for admission to its MSW courses. Admissions are based on candidates’ scores in their qualifying examination.

Ques. How is the curriculum of the MSW program offered at Manipal University designed?

Ans. The curriculum of the MSW program offered at Manipal University has the following elements:

  • Workshops, educational tours, and training programs
  • Industry based internships and Fieldwork practice for integrating theory and practice
  • Study tours and Rural camp or field immersion and active learning opportunities
  • Seminars/ conferences / workshops
  • Debates, Case studies, and group discussions in theory as well as practical applications of key aspects of social work
  • Video presentation, film presentations, and documentaries