Jagannath University

The Department of Social Work at Jagannath University invites applications from eligible candidates for admission into the one-year Specialized Masters Programme (Professional) for the Spring 2025-2026 session.

Available Specialisations

1. MSS in Criminology and Correctional Services (CLCS)2. MSS in Human Rights and Social Justice (HRSJ)3. MSS in Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare (IRLW)
* Crime and criminal justice* Human rights norms and standards* Labour standards
* Victimisation and victim service* Global social justice* Occupational safety and health
* Correctional service* Rights-based approach* Social compliance
* Restorative justice* Human rights enforcement* Decent work

Admission Requirements

  • Applicants must have a 4-year Bachelor (Honours) or a Masters degree in any discipline from a recognised university (including National University affiliated government and private colleges).
  • A minimum 2nd Class or a CGPA of 2.25 is required.

Important Dates & Schedule

  • Application Deadline: 05 February 2026 (During office hours, including Fridays).
  • Admission Test: 06 February 2026 at 11:00 AM.
  • Result Publication: 06 February 2026 at 07:30 PM.
  • Admission Period: 08 February 2026 to 28 February 2026.
  • Class Commencement: 06 March 2026.
  • Class Schedule: Friday and Saturday (Weekly).

Application Procedure

  1. In-Person: Collect the application form from the Department of Social Work office. Submit the completed form along with an application fee of 1,200/- BDT.
  2. Online/Remote: Download the form from jnu.ac.bd/department/portal/social_work/notice.
    • Pay the fee of 1,220/- BDT via bKash to 01719143450.
    • Submit the completed form (including the transaction ID), copies of all certificates, and transcripts via Courier, Post, or scanned email to [email protected].

Contact Information

  • Programme Co-ordinator: Professor Dr. Md. Mohsin Reza (01712557062)
  • Member-Secretary: Professor Dr. Mostafa Hasan, Chairman, Dept. of Social Work.
  • Office Location: Social Science Building-2 (2nd Floor), Jagannath University, Dhaka-1100.
  • Staff/Teacher Contact Nos: 01719286492, 01918714955, 01717470910, 01912351809, 01994201833, 01719143450.