Social Work

Duration, Structure and Mode of Delivery
The Diploma programme shall consist of lectures, discussions, class presentations, seminars, demonstrations, fieldwork, student-teacher consultations, supervised independent study, coursework, or any combination of these, as well as written final examinations.

The programme shall run for a maximum of eight (8) semesters. The minimum load in each semester shall be seven (7) course units. Students shall undergo continuous assessment in each taught course in each semester. Such assessment shall take the form of written tests, term paper, oral presentations, field assignment, or any combination.

Admission Requirements
A candidate must satisfy the prescribed Chuka University requirements. In addition, the minimum qualifications for admission into the Diploma programme are: KCSE with a minimum aggregate of C (plain), or equivalent. KCSE with a Mean grade C-or equivalent plus a Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution. ‘O’ level certificate with a minimum grade of Division III plus evidence of relevant academic or professional training. ‘A’ level qualification with a minimum of one (1) Principal Pass,or equivalent

Application Guidelines
Applications should be on official forms available at the University Main Campus at Chuka, Igembe Campus at Ntuene or Keigoi High School, Embu Campus in Embu Town, Chogoria Campus at Nturiri High School, Tharaka Campus at Gatunga High School, OR Website: www.chuka.ac.ke; A Non-refundable fee of KES 3000 for Phd programmes, KES 2,000 for degree and diploma programmes and KES 1000 for certificate courses will equally be deposited.

The following documents should be made available:
– Originals & a copy of all Transcripts, Diplomas or Certificates (All originals, where necessary, will be returned)
– One recent passport size photograph (write your name on reverse side)
– Copy of the National Identity Card or Birth Certificate

NOTE:
– Preferred Campus should be indicated on the application form
– Certified copies of certificates and original fee payment receipt MUST be attached to the application form and returned latest two weeks prior to the commencement dates given for the programmes

Expected Learning Outcomes
To carry out this purpose, graduates should be able to do the following:
– To help people obtain resources
– To work sensitively with different groups differentiated by age, ethnicity religion and socioeconomic status
– To apply acquired to respond to multiple causes of social problems and act as social change agents by influencing policy.

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Tuition fee per year for Kenyan Students = KES. 70,000
Tuition fee per year for International Students = KES 87,500
NOTE:
– The Institute reserves the right to change fees without prior notice. However, fee changes are subject to approval by the Governing Council.
– The University policy obliges students to pay the full amount of fees as required on the first day of reporting before they are registered.