DSW Course Descriptions
Our DSW students graduate with advanced training in social work practice that allows you to go on to become innovative stewards of the discipline.
Program GuidesStudents in the DSW program at the University of Kansas, build a framework of leadership best practices, develop a deep understanding of research implementation, and take away critical learning theories to the social work classroom.
The program consists of 42 credit hours including the development of a final Capstone Project.
Courses fall into five domains:
- Ethical & Historical Frameworks (3 hours)
- Leadership & Administrative Practice Knowledge, Theories, and Skills (15 hours)
- Research & Inquiry (9 hours)
- Pedagogy & Instruction (9 hours)
- Capstone Portfolio Seminars (6 hours)
Visit the KU Academic Catalog to find complete DSW Degree Requirements.
