Bachelors of Arts in Social Work (BASW)

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) at Greenfield National College, Bafal, Kathmandu

BASW at Greenfield National College (GNC), Bafal, Kathmandu follows Tribhuvan University (TU). The program builds social work knowledge and field practice in Nepal’s context. Students learn theory, research basics, and community engagement through guided placements. Your classes run on a semester calendar with continuous evaluation and supervised field tasks.

Quick Facts

• Affiliation: Tribhuvan University (TU)

• Location: Bafal, Kathmandu (accessible for Kathmandu Valley students)

• Duration: Four academic years, eight semesters

• Learning Mode: Classroom study, skill labs, research assignments, and supervised fieldwork

• Assessment: Internal evaluations, semester exams, field reports, and presentations

Curriculum Structure

Early semesters introduce social work foundations, psychology for social work, sociology, Nepali social policy, and basic research methods. Students practice interviewing, observation, and note-taking through small field tasks. Middle semesters cover community organization, group work, case work, social welfare administration, and program planning.

Later semesters move to research proposal, data collection, and a final report linked to Nepal’s community settings.

Short seminars focus on ethics, confidentiality, and documentation. Skill labs simulate intake, home visits, and case recording so you can enter field placements with clarity. Readings include policy notes, articles, and community profiles that match local practice.

Learning Experience and Assessment

Faculty use short lectures, guided discussions, and practice sessions. Field supervisors meet students regularly to review diaries and verify hours. Internal marks arise from class tests, assignments, presentations, and field performance. Semester exams cover core theory, while the final term weighs the research report and oral presentation.

Admission Requirements

• Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent from a TU-recognized board

• Minimums: Session-wise thresholds as per TU rules and campus notice

• Process: Application form, document verification, and campus-level screening

• Documents: Academic transcripts, character certificate, equivalence (if needed), ID copies, and photos

Applicants benefit from a simple plan: assemble documents early, submit the form before the deadline, follow the notice for interviews or orientation, and keep a checklist for fees and class start.

Fieldwork and Practicum

Students complete supervised placements with NGOs, municipalities, health posts, community schools, or child and youth programs. You maintain a field diary, prepare weekly reflections, and submit a placement report. Supervisors evaluate attendance, interaction quality, documentation, and professional conduct.

Career Outcomes

Graduates enter roles such as community facilitator, program assistant, caseworker, outreach coordinator, or research assistant in NGOs, INGOs, local governments, and schools. Many continue to MSW or related master’s degrees. The BASW background strengthens writing, field documentation, communication in Nepali and English, and comfort with local institutions and policies.

Scholarships and Student Support

• Merit-Linked: Session notices may list awards for strong academic performance

• Need-Sensitive: Categories published by the campus each intake

• Application: Form submission, verification, and award notice during the intake window

Study and Preparation Tips

• Build a reading habit around Nepali policy briefs and sector reports.

• Keep a template for case notes and weekly reflections.

• Join a student club to practice short talks on community issues.

• Request supervisor feedback after each visit to refine documentation.

FAQ

Is fieldwork compulsory?

Yes. Supervised placements and field reports are part of evaluation.

Do I need prior volunteering experience?

Not mandatory. Documented volunteering strengthens your readiness.

Can I choose placement areas?

Preferences are considered based on availability and supervisor guidance.

Does BASW include a research project?

Yes. Final semesters include a proposal, data collection, and report presentation.

When are forms available?

Follow the campus admission notice for dates and required documents.