| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | I10 Social work |
| Type | Undergraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 4 years (240 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Bachelor of Social work |
| Entry qualification | The certificate of Completed Secondary Education is required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English (except for documents issued in Ukraine upon completion of studies at local educational institutions) . In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
During the selection process we examine the competency of the applicant in two ways:
The faculty decides about the eligibility of the applicant by examining the documents of previous studies (degree, subject, results). This is followed by an entrance exams that evaluate the level of study-language and basic subjects depends on speciality.
The exams can be conducted online. In order to validate the entrant’s person, exams taken remotely are recorded on video, as is the person verification process. The recording is archived for at least five years on University’s grounds and the link to that recording is available in the united base of Ministry of Education of Ukraine.
Program Structure
Year 1 — Foundations of Helping People
In the first year, you learn the basics about society, people, communication, and professional ethics. These subjects help you understand how people behave, why social problems appear, and how social support systems work.
Key Subjects:
- Introduction to Social Work – Discover what social work specialists do and how they improve people's lives.
- Psychology – Learn how emotions, behavior, and motivation shape human life.
- Sociology – Understand how society functions and why inequalities exist.
- Ethics and Professional Standards – Learn how to work responsibly and respectfully with clients.
- Ukrainian/Foreign Language for Professional Purposes – Build communication skills to work with diverse groups.
- Information Technologies – Digital tools for social workers and data management.
You start thinking like a social worker — noticing people’s needs and understanding how to support them.
Year 2 — Understanding People, Families & Communities
The second year focuses on deeper knowledge of social systems, law, and specific groups that may need help.
Key Subjects:
- Social Policy – How governments create programs to protect people.
- Social Work with Individuals (Casework) – Techniques to support one person at a time.
- Family Studies & Family Support – How families function and how specialists assist them.
- Social Work with Groups – Helping communities and small groups overcome challenges.
- Human Rights & Social Legislation – Laws that protect clients and guide your work.
- Conflictology – Helping people resolve conflicts peacefully.
You learn to help people not only individually, but also in families, groups, and communities.
Year 3 — Practical Skills & Real-World Social Problems
This year brings real-life practice and deeper study of vulnerable groups and social services.
Key Subjects:
- Social Rehabilitation – Helping people recover after trauma, illness, or difficult life situations.
- Work with Vulnerable Populations – Support for elderly people, people with disabilities, refugees, orphans, and more.
- Social Service Management – How to organize, plan and manage social projects or agencies.
- Methods of Social Research – Learn how to study social problems and find solutions.
- Internship I (Field Practice) – First real practice in social services or NGOs.
You gain confidence working with real clients and understanding real needs.
Year 4 — Professional Development & Practice
In your final year, you prepare for your professional career. You take advanced courses, complete your main practice, and work on your Bachelor’s Thesis.
Key Subjects:
- Crisis Intervention – Helping people during emergencies, trauma, or sudden life changes.
- Social Project Development – Designing modern programs and support initiatives.
- Social Work in Education & Health Systems – Supporting students, families, and patients.
- Internship II (Professional Practice) – Extended field practice in a social institution, NGO, or community center.
- Bachelor’s Thesis – Research and analysis of a social issue you care about.
You finish as a confident, practice-ready social work specialist prepared to help people and communities.
Overview
The program prepares compassionate, socially-aware professionals ready to help individuals and communities face life’s challenges. You learn about social services, human psychology, social policy, rehabilitation, and support systems — giving you tools to make real change.
As a student, you’ll study how to support vulnerable groups, manage social programs, provide counseling and support, and contribute to community welfare. The degree combines theory on social justice, welfare and rehabilitation with practical training — so you’ll gain both knowledge and real-world skills.
Career Opportunities
After finishing Social Work at NAU, you’ll be ready for roles such as: Social work specialist in public or private social services; Family support worker or child welfare professional; Community outreach and rehabilitation coordinator; Social policy analyst or advocate; Counselor or support worker for vulnerable groups (refugees, elderly, people with disabilities); NGO / non-profit sector staff, social projects manager.
You’ll have the skills to help individuals, families, and communities, plan and implement social programs, support rehabilitation and inclusion, and contribute to social justice.