Social work is a professional and academic discipline committed to the pursuit of social welfare, social change and social justice. Social work in its theoretical aspect is based on the knowledge of human relations with regard to the solutions of psycho- social problems. In its applied aspect, social work is a professional service based on the scientific methods and skills. It seeks to approach the social world scientifically. In the field of social sciences, social work occupies a very important place.

In its present form, social work is a professional service which assists individuals, groups, and communities. On the other hand, it attempts to help the individuals, the social milieu and at the same time it removes the barriers which obstruct the people from achieving the best which they are capable of.

Social work derives its inspiration from the humanitarian philosophy. It seeks happiness and prosperity for the individuals, group and community.

Social work aims at solving the psycho- social problems which prevent the effective functioning of the groups, community and society.

The primary aim of social work education programme is to prepare the students to identify the human needs, explore existing services and resources in the community effectively.

The social work course curriculum uses methodologies of teaching and learning ie, class room courses and field placements. Class room sessions provide the students with theoretical knowledge and field work placement helps the student to acquire necessary skills in dealing with different issues.