Organisation, Group and Collaboration

Module 1. Campus Based Education, 4,5 Credits This module gives an introduction to organisational theories relevant to the field of social work and human service organisations. In addition, it addresses questions concerning group processes as well as cooperation within and between organisations. While the focus is on the organisation of social work in a Swedish context, internationalisation is considered by highlighting social work in international contexts and in a global perspective. The course content considers sustainable development and gender equality by incorporating elements of organisational ethics and a gender- and power perspectives on organisations and groups. Module 2. Field Placement, 10,5 Credits This module covers organisational aspects of social work practice as well as aspects related to group dynamic and cooperation. In addition, the student is given the opportunity to independently perform simpler tasks within applied social work.