The Department of Social Work was established in the year 2025-26 in response to the College’sresponsibility to address the issues of the Society. Since its inception, the Department of Social Workis actively involved in providing evidence-based, quality oriented social work education throughmost advanced and emerging domains of practice, research and field interventions. It has alsoengaged itself in strengthening social work practice, research and field projects. The Departmentoffers an Honours Degree in Social Work with specializations in Medical & Psychiatric Social Workand Labour welfare. The department also provides an add-on course in Hospital Administration.All Social Work students of Azharul Uloom College of Arts and Science areexpected to possess the attributes of self-awareness, in-depth knowledge, effective communication,creativity, professional practice, self-management, and ethical practice at a level appropriate to theiryear of study. They are expected to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, field practicum,and work environment. These graduate attributes are fostered in the context of the curriculum andextracurricular activities.Trained social work professionals have become indispensable components ofhuman development initiatives led by both governmental and non-governmental organizations.Their ability to work with vulnerable populations, build community resilience, and advocate forsystemic reform positions them as key agents in promoting social welfare, equity, and inclusion. Inthis evolving landscape, the scope of the social work profession continues to expand, offering notjust employment opportunities but a meaningful path for those committed to making a lastingimpact in society.