Dual Degree Programs

Master of Social Work/Master of Science in Education (MSW/MEd)

Reviewed 11/08

Schools in urban settings across America remain besieged, under-resourced and perpetually under reform. The multiple knowledge basis that are needed to address these entrenched challenges can be gained through the dual degree program in social work and education. The MS in Education degree is designed for students preparing to be leaders in educational administration, student support services, or supervision. The MSW degree is also designed for students preparing for leadership roles in an array of personal and administrative roles. By combining courses of study in the Penn Graduate School of Education and School of Social Policy & Practice, graduates will: 1) understand the learning environment of students; 2) understand schools as organizations; and 3) know how to direct intervention programs and student support services that focus on the social and emotional development of students of all ages. The typical course of study would involve graduate students from either school beginning the dual degree program in their second year of graduate study. In the first year, students would begin their course of study at the school which represents their primary interest or point of entry. Upon successful completion of the three-year joint program, the student is awarded the degrees of Master of Social Work (MSW) and the Master of Science in Education (MSEd). (See also www.gse.upenn.edu/cms/cms.php?id=200)

Application Information
Applicants for this program must apply to both the School of Social Policy & Practice and the Graduate School of Education. A separate application and application fee is required for each School. Application inquiries for the Graduate School of Education should be directed to the Director of Admissions, Graduate School of Education, 3700 Walnut Street, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA 19104-6216.

MSW/MEd General Program of Study

This represents a sample course grid. Each student will meet with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs to create an individually designed course schedule. (Specific education courses depend on area of specialization in the Graduate School of Education.)

Year 1 at SP2

Fall

SW 601

SW 602

SW 603

SW 604 + Field

Spring

SW 611

SW 612

SW 613

SW 614 + Field

Year 2 at GSE