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
- ● Admission Committee is responsible for admission to ADP and BS Social Work.
- ● Advertisement in Newspapers and on College website will be displayed.
Form Submission
- ● College Prospectus and admission form will be available from the college office.
Scrutiny of Forms
- ● After the submission of the form, concerned department may scrutinize the forms according to the college merit, under the supervision of the Admission Committee.
Eligible Candidates
- ● All ccandidates who have done their Intermediate (with any combination of subjects) are eligible to apply. ● Students securing 3rd Division in Intermediate Examination are not eligible to apply.
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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.
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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
