MA/MS in Social Work (with previously acquired professional higher education qualification)

This two-year professional master's programme in social work is designed for students who already hold a professional higher education qualification in social work or social charitable work. It is taught in Latvian in Riga and leads to a professional master's degree in social work and the professional qualification of lead social worker. The programme aims to advance the social work sector by preparing high-level specialists for state and municipal social service providers, as well as for private and non-governmental service providers. It offers opportunities for professional creativity and develops research and teaching skills in social work education for the benefit of society. The programme falls within the social welfare study field and totals 90 ECTS credits over two years of study.