SOCIAL WORK STUDY PROGRAMME
The Bachelor’s degree social work study programme on Departments of Sociology – Faculty of Arts University of West Bohemia in Pilsen.
The Bachelor’s degree social work study programme
…represents a practically focused humanities field, the aim of which is to prepare students for the qualified performance of the profession of social worker. In addition to the traditional scientific disciplines of philosophy, social work is a field that provides a significant overlap into direct practice. Professional practice therefore forms an integral part of the study programme. In addition, students also learn theories and methods of social work, so that after successful completion of their studies, they are true experts in this profession. The standard period of Bachelor study is 3 years (6 semesters).
The study includes subjects compiled in accordance with the Minimum Standard of Education in Social Work, set by the Association of Educators in Social Work (ASVSP). The study programme is provided by the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Arts, University of West Bohemia in Pilsen.
SOCIAL WORK STUDY PROGRAMME
Within the social work study programme, we make sure that each student correctly understands the goals of social work, is acquainted with professional methods, and also knows the approaches and theories of this field. Only a meaningful and comprehensible interpretation of the theory, which we try to provide within the taught subjects, allows an understanding of the true nature of the future profession of students. In this way, we try to cultivate students’ relationships to social work as a profession, and to support their professional identity. In teaching, we emphasize the comprehensive interconnection of theory and practice.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
In addition to supporting theoretical knowledge, we consider it important that students gain professional experience through continuous and associated professional practice. Based on our philosophy of practice, we are convinced that every social worker should have a certain professional identity, an overview of social services in a given locality, and a certain level of experience in the professional performance of their job. All of this ensures a smooth and safe transition of the social work student into the working life of the social worker.
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OUR VISION, MISSION, AND GOAL
Our vision
Our vision is satisfied students and teachers who have mutual respect for each other. We consider it important to understand the importance of connecting theoretical knowledge with practical skills. We try to work together in a friendly environment, to professionalize and cultivate social work in the spirit of the original human values, upon which this field is based.
Vision: “Together, in a friendly atmosphere, we strive for the professionalization of social work, with an emphasis on human values, theoretical knowledge, and practical experience.”
Our mission
Our mission is to provide quality professional education and practice for those who want to work professionally in the field of social work. We try to connect theory and practice meaningfully and intelligibly. We do so in a way that awakens enthusiasm and interest in our own personal development, strengthens self-reflection, and leads to a feeling of truly belonging to the field of social work.
Mission: “We help to provide experts for the field of social work who have the desire to use their acquired knowledge and experience comprehensively and meaningfully for the development and operation of this area.”
Our goal
Our mission is to provide quality professional education and practice for those who want to work professionally in the field of social work. We try to connect theory and practice meaningfully and intelligibly. We do so in a way that awakens enthusiasm and interest in our own personal development, strengthens self-reflection, and leads to a feeling of truly belonging to the field of social work.
Goal: “We offer a prestigious study programme, in which we provide students with an education in a friendly atmosphere; we create space for the development of moral thinking, personal enrichment, and identification with the field of social work.”
OUR VALUES
As part of the realization of our vision, the fulfilment of our mission, and the path to our goal, we apply our own values. In this way, we try to ensure the quality of teaching, and at the same time, make the course of study pleasant for the students. Also, at the same time, we want to be readable and understandable for both our potential and current students, as well as for the general public. We are convinced that a positive way to achieve education deepens the affiliation with the field of study, and builds a positive relationship with the profession, which our graduates subsequently pursue.
Complexity
For us, complexity is an emphasis on the interconnectedness and interdependence of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. We try not only to equip students with professional theories and methods, but also to prepare them during their studies for the reality of the professional practice of a social worker. We also strive to provide an unobstructed view of the field of social work, and we try to discuss alternatives, on an equal footing.
Open human approach
We apply an open human approach from the belief that mutual openness and humanity contribute to positive relationships and a good mood, which in turn lead to greater efficiency of the learning process on the part of students and teachers.
Meaningfulness
Meaningfulness is a value that reminds us of the true nature of valuable human activity. Understanding meaning is always the way forward to progress and motivation. This is especially true in the field of education and helping professions, such as social work.
OUR MOTTO
“It is necessary to learn, and to consolidate in practice what you have learned.”
Seneca (Roman philosopher)