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University of Kentucky Online
Doctorate of Social Work
- Lexington, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
4 semesters
Distance Learning
English
The University of Kentucky's online DSW degree prepares master's level practitioners to address the diverse needs of our times.
University of Johannesburg
PhD in Social Work
- Johannesburg, South Africa
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Doctoral program entails a substantial piece of independent research that contributes something new to theory or practice in the field of social work. The program assists you in becoming an expert in a particular facet of social work. We have four Doctoral supervisors with a diverse range of expertise, including clinical social work, community development, developmental research, econometrics, gender-based violence management, occupational social work, poverty, resilience, social development, social policy, social security, and youth transitions.
Columbia University
PhD in Social Work
- Manhattan, USA
PhD
On-Campus
English
The Columbia School of Social Work’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program has produced many of the world’s most influential leaders in social work and social welfare scholarship since its inception in 1950. The program is offered by Columbia University’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) and administered by the School of Social Work.
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University of York
PhD in Social Policy & Social Work
- York, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Policy & Social Work program is designed for students interested in exploring critical issues in social policy, welfare, and social work practice. It offers a flexible research-focus...
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Social Work, PhD
- Knoxville, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of social work practice, research, and leadership. It emphasizes developing advanced research skills, cri...
Columbia University - School of Social Work
PhD in Social Work
- New York, USA
PhD
On-Campus
English
The Columbia School of Social Work’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program has produced many of the world’s most influential leaders in social work and social welfare scholarship since its inception in 1950. The program is offered by Columbia University’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) and administered by the School of Social Work. It prepares candidates for careers as researchers, scholars, and educators.
Arizona State University
Social Work, PhD
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work is designed to prepare students for advanced scholarly and research roles within the field. It emphasizes developing a deep understanding of social work theory, research...
University of Kentucky
Social Work, PhD
- Lexington, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Work program is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of social work theory, research, and practice. It prepares them for careers in academia, advanced practic...
University of Utah
Social Work PhD
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in research, policy, and advanced practice. It focuses on developing deep expertise in social work theories and meth...
Portland State University
PhD in Social Work and Social Research
- Portland, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work and Social Research is designed to prepare scholars for advanced research and leadership roles within the field of social work. The curriculum emphasizes the development...
University at Albany, SUNY
PhD in Social Work
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Work program is designed to prepare students for careers in research, teaching, and leadership within the field. It emphasizes developing a deep understanding of social work theories...
West Virginia University
PhD in Social Work
- Morgantown, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in research, teaching, and leadership within the field. It emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of social work the...
Michigan State University
PhD in Social Work
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Work program is designed for those who want to advance their careers in research, teaching, or leadership within the social work field. It emphasizes building strong research skills ...
University of Illinois Chicago
PhD in Social Work
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Work program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in research, teaching, and leadership within the field. It emphasizes developing a strong foundation in social work th...
The University of Chicago
PhD in Social Work
- Chicago, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work is designed for students who want to develop both a deep understanding of social work research and the skills needed to contribute new knowledge to the field. Students e...
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Social work is a career field that focuses on providing help and support to those in need. After completing a program or course, professional social workers may have the education necessary to develop community programs, provide counseling and legal support for families, or advocate for children’s rights during divorce and custody cases.
Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.