Social Work · University of the Basque Country/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea (UPV/EHU)

📚 General Overview

The Bachelor's Degree in Social Work at the UPV/EHU provides comprehensive training for understanding and addressing social issues from a professional and ethical perspective. The curriculum covers areas such as social intervention, social resource management, applied social research, psychology, law and social policy. Its aim is to prepare students to analyse, prevent and resolve situations involving vulnerability, exclusion or social conflict while promoting well-being and social justice.

✨ Specific Information

The degree combines theoretical and practical training, including compulsory external placements in social services and institutions, allowing students to gain real professional experience. The UPV/EHU also usually offers international mobility programmes such as Erasmus, as well as access to university resources and services specialising in the social sciences.

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This degree is intended for people interested in the social sciences who are sensitive to social issues and have a desire to help. Communication skills, empathy, the ability to work as part of a team and a willingness to keep learning are valued.

🚀 Further Study and Career Opportunities

After completing the degree, graduates can pursue postgraduate studies such as university master's degrees in Social Work, Social Intervention, Public Policy or other related areas. They can also enter the social services workforce directly in either the public or private sector.