Overview

Social Work from Addis Ababa University, being a practice based profession and an academic discipline- recognizes that interconnected historical, socio-economic, cultural, spatial, political and personal factors serve as opportunities and /or barriers to human wellbeing and development.

Key facts

This being the case, the program equips students with advanced social work skills and knowledge. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of human behavior, social systems, the dynamics of power and privilege, social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversity which are central to social work. The program strives to cultivate leaders who can embrace diverse perspectives, and engage in collaborative problemsolving approaches and ultimately contributing to the welling and empowerment of individuals, families and communities. Students will be offered the opportunity to choose from three concentration areas namely: 1) Children, Youth and Family; 2) Community and Social Development and 3) Healthcare Social Work.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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

Fulfill the prerequisite requirements set by the Addis Ababa University Office of the Registrar. Such requirements include passing the GAT examination
Obtain Bachelor’s Degree (Undergraduate degree) in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Police Sciences (Crime Prevention and Investigation), Anthropology, Political Science, Economics, Law, Development and Gender Studies, Management, Agricultural Cooperatives and Theological Studies
Have a minimum of 2.5 CGPA in the undergraduate degree
Got prior work or voluntary experience in social services
Pass entrance exam, which includes aptitude, attitudinal and personality tests and interviews, set by the School of Social Work

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

54000 ETB / year

≈ 54000 ETB / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

54000 ETB / year

≈ 54000 ETB / year

Living costs

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

650 - 1000 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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