The Master of Social Work program at the Silver School of Social Work offers opportunities to study policy and community practice as well as global social work, including study abroad courses. Our courses prepare students to make a positive impact in the world with the skills and intersectional lenses they’ll need to tackle complex social issues. Our esteemed faculty, which includes leading scholars, are trailblazers and working professionals who bring both academic and real-world experience into the classroom. NYU Silver's Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program opens doors to exciting career opportunities with our rigorous and innovative training, intensive professional development support and a strong alumni network. We approach social work through a social justice perspective and deliver an exceptional education to students interested in clinical social work practice. MSW students immerse themselves in a research-informed and hands-on curriculum, working with individuals, groups, and families.As the traditional path to the MSW degree, the Two-Year option attracts the greatest number of students. The period of study is four semesters: fall-spring-fall-spring, including 1,200 hours of practicum education for students beginning practicum prior to Fall 2024.