Overview

The German Jordanian University (GJU) – Amman has identified a high demand for creating a specialized postgraduate program of social work studies focusing on dealing with the challenges of refugees and migrants. This program will have to bring together national, regional and international aspects and perspectives to encompass the current pressing problems by approximately 5000 non-governmental organizations that serve refugees, the public sector and challenges faced by refugees and local communities. To contribute to the sustainable professionalization of social work, both nationally and regionally, as well as simultaneously increasing the employability of social work professionals, this Master’s program, will also target building capacities of paraprofessionals and those from affiliated disciplines.

Migration and Refugees Track

This proposed Social Work program follows the basic concept of linking theoretical study with field-oriented commitment. In addition to its interdisciplinary approach that offers an understanding of social work targeting forced migration in contexts of conflicts, development projects, natural disasters and environmental change the study program intends to be internationally recognized and therefore will have strong practical and research links with national, regional and international academic institutions. The ‘Social Work / Migration and Refugees’ is a Master’s program that is designed to respond to the increasing need of specialized services in Jordan, and as stated, will advance and professionalize social work. It will certainly lead to an increase in the quality of services provided by both public and private sectors.

Clinical Social Work Track

The Clinical Social Work Track is designed to prepare students or participants for careers as clinical social workers, focusing on providing mental health services and support to individuals, families, and groups. This track encompasses a range of key areas to ensure comprehensive training: 1. Foundations of Clinical Social Work: Understanding the basic principles, theories, and practices of clinical social work, including the history and development of the field.2. Assessment and Diagnosis: Learning how to assess clients' mental health needs and diagnose psychological disorders using various tools and frameworks, such as the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders).3. Therapeutic Interventions: Training in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and family therapy.4. Cultural Competence: Developing the skills to work effectively with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, understanding the impact of culture on mental health and treatment.5. Ethics and Professional Practice: Understanding the ethical considerations and professional standards in clinical social work, including confidentiality, informed consent, and professional boundaries.6. Clinical Supervision and Case Management: Learning how to provide clinical supervision and manage cases effectively, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive and coordinated care.7. Research and Evaluation: Training in research methods and program evaluation to assess the effectiveness of interventions and contribute to the evidence base of clinical social work practice.8. Field Practicum: Gaining hands-on experience through supervised clinical practice in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, mental health clinics, and community organizations.9. Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding the principles of trauma-informed care and learning how to apply them in clinical practice to support clients who have experienced trauma.10. Policy and Advocacy: Learning about the role of social workers in advocating for policy changes and social justice issues that affect clients and communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work for the 21st Century
Methods of Social Work
Field Training
Research in Social Work
Social Work in Human Rights and Arab Context
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Refugees
Administration and Coordination of Humanitarian Systems and Sustainable Transition Building

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-10 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Amman, Jordan

Disciplines

Social Work

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The student must have a bachelor's degree with a GPA of good (or equivalent) from a recognized university or a higher diploma degree with a grade of at least very good (or equivalent).
The student's undergraduate study shall be regular.
The student’s major must be among the accepted majors in the program the student wishes to join, according to paragraph (b) of Article (5).
The total number of hours that the student shall study to obtain a master's degree plus the number of hours studied to obtain a bachelor's degree shall be equivalent to at least 300 ECTS points according to the Polish system.
The student must have proven successful in the Foreign Language Proficiency Test by the decisions of the Higher Education Council. For programs that require German, the student shall pass the German language proficiency test (TestDaF or OnSet: Level B2).
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

5400 JOD / year

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Citizens or residents

5400 JOD / year

≈ 5400 JOD / year

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