Social Work Department

Overview

The Department of Social Work holds the distinction of being one of the oldest departments at Govt. Queen Mary Graduate College (GQMGC). Throughout its history, dedicated professionals like Ms. Talat, Ms. Cheema, Ms. Nahid, and Ms. Irum Haq have contributed significantly to the growth and development of this subject. Presently, Ms. Aasia Rashid is serving as the Head of the department, leading with utmost dedication since 2018. Under her dynamic leadership, the department achieved a significant milestone by launching the BS (4 Year) degree Program in 2022. This initiative reflects the department’s commitment to providing students with enhanced academic opportunities and empowering them to excel in the field of Social Work.

Scope

Studying Social Work offers a broad scope of opportunities to make a meaningful impact on individuals and communities. Graduates can work in diverse fields, such as social services, healthcare, education, community development, and mental health. They play crucial roles in advocating for social justice, supporting vulnerable populations, and addressing complex social issues. Social workers can work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, schools, hospitals, and international settings. The profession provides a rewarding career for those passionate about helping others and contributing to positive social change. With the increasing need for social services, studying Social Work opens doors to a fulfilling and impactful journey in the helping professions.

Vision And Mission

The vision of the Social Work department is to create an empowering and inclusive environment where students can discover their potential, develop life skills, and gain self-belief. The mission is to provide comprehensive support through personalized counseling, career assessments, and workshops that align with individual interests. Social work is a practice-based profession and an academic discipline that prioritizes human well-being and aims to help meet basic and complex needs of all people, with a particular focus on those who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. Social work differs from other professions because it focuses both on the person and their environment. Social Work department has been producing active talented students who are serving in the field of social welfare overall in the country.

Objectives

At the graduate level, teaching social work aims to develop professional competence, critical thinking, and ethical practice. It instills research skills, multicultural awareness, and advocacy for social change. Students gain hands-on experience through supervised field placements, fostering compassionate and competent professionals prepared to address diverse social issues.

Studying BS Social Work offers professional skills, empowerment, and diverse career options. Graduates make impactful change, enhance lives, and contribute to research and policy. They gain personal growth, networking opportunities, and a global perspective, making a meaningful difference in society.

Contact

The Department of Social Work
Govt. Queen Mary Graduate College
2- Durand Road, Lahore. Pakistan
Phone No: 042-6317078

Head of Department Message

Welcome to the Social Work Department at Govt. Queen Mary Graduate College Lahore, one of the nation’s oldest academic institutions, dedicated to providing quality education to girls in diverse fields. Our department is committed to creating impactful and efficient citizens, adding value to society. Through Social Work education, we advocate for positive changes in individuals’ and families’ lives. Our students critically examine everyday concerns and their societal consequences, fostering holistic development for individuals and families as integral units of society. As the Head of the department, I take immense pride in producing diverse professionals, equipped to be change agents, counselors, advocates, activists, and researchers. Join us in promoting social justice, empowerment, and a high quality of life for all, making a positive difference in our society. Together, we will overcome obstacles and build a future of equity, justice, and well-being.

Ms. Aasia Rashid
Head of Social Work Department
Govt. Queen Mary Graduate College, Lahore.
aasiarashid125@gmail.com

Program offer

We are offering BS program. It is 4-year program affiliated with The University of Punjab.
Social work also offering as a minor subject in different social sciences BS program in semester I to IV like in Psychology.
We are also offering this subject as an elective subject in ADP program.

Admission Criteria

Form Submission

Scrutiny of Forms

Eligible Candidates

BSCS - Study Scheme

BS (Social Work) – Study Scheme

ROAD MAP

1. Name of Program	BS Social Work
Admission Requirement of the Program	Intermediate
The Objective of the Program	The Department aspires that its students be better prepared to handle modern-life challenges therefore it is continuously striving to improve quality of education and research.
Duration of the Program	4 Year
Total Credit Hours	133
Number of Semesters	8
Load Per Semesters	Semester	Load
	1	17
	2	17
	3	15
	4	18
	5	18
	6	18
	7	15
	8	15
Total		133

COURSE CONTENTS OF BS PROGRAM SEMESTER WISE

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
ISE-101	Islamic / Ethics	2
ENG-111	English-I (Language in Use)	3
COMP-111	Computer (Introduction and Applications)	3
APSY-111	Fundamentals of Psychology	3
SOCW-101	Introduction to Social Work	3
ECON-111	Fundamentals of Economics	3
Total		17

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
PST-111	Pakistan Studies	2
ENG-112	English-II (Academic Reading and Writing)	3
MATH-111	Elementary Mathematics-I (Algebra)	3
SOCW-102	Social Welfare in Pakistan	3
BSCS-111	Mass Communication	3
IR-111	International Relations	3
Total		17

THIRD SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
ENG-211	English-III (Communication Skills)	3
SOCW-201	Society and Social Institutions	3
SOCW-202	Human Growth and Personality Development	3
HR-211	Human Resource Management	3
PHIL-211	Introduction to Philosophy	3
Total		15

FOURTH SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
ENG-212	English-IV (English for Practical Aims)	3
STAT-211	Elementary Statistics	3
SOCW-203	Social Problems of Pakistan	3
SOCW‐204	Social Policy and Planning	3
SOCW-205	Social Case Work	3
SOC-211	Introduction to Sociology	3
Total		18

FIFTH SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
SOCW-301	Introduction to Social Legislation	3
SOCW-302	Introduction to National and International Organizations	3
SOCW-303	Human Rights	3
SOCW-304	Social Group Work	3
SOCW-305	Community Organization and Development	3
SOCW-306	Field Work-I & Report Writing	3
Total		18

SIXTH SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
SOCW-307	Social Development	3
SOCW-308	Social Research Methods	3
SOCW-309	Social Management	3
SOCW-310	Social Action	3
SOCW-311	Social Gerontology	3
SOCW-312	Field Work-II and Report Writing	3
Total		18

SEVENTH SEMESTER

BS (Social Work)
Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
SOCW-401	Civil Society Organizations and Development	3
SOCW-402	Field Work-III and Report Writing	3
SOCW-403	Medical Social Work	3
SOCW-404	Gender & Development	3
SOCW-405	Research Project / Internship-I	3
Total		15

EIGHTH SEMESTER

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Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
SOCW-406	Introduction to Criminology	3
SOCW-407	Field Work-IV	3
SOCW-408	Population Welfare & Demography	3
SOCW-409	Project Planning & Implementation	3
SOCW-410	Research Project / Internship-II	3
Total		15

Detail of Course Outline can also be downloaded by the given link:

http://pu.edu.pk/home/bs4yearsdegree/BS-4Years-Social-Work.html