99 Social Work Dissertation Topics & Research Titles

Child Welfare and Protection

• Understanding the experiences of children in the foster care system: A case study of a foster care agency.
• The effectiveness of family-centered interventions in preventing child maltreatment and promoting family well-being.
• What are the key factors that determine the placement of children in foster care? An evaluation.
• The effectiveness of child welfare policies and practices in promoting positive outcomes for children in foster care.
• Comparative analysis of child protection policies and practices in different countries.
• Investigating the role of social work in supporting families affected by parental incarceration: A case study of a specific community.

Mental Health and Social Work Interventions

• The effectiveness of culturally sensitive interventions in addressing mental health disparities among ethnic minority populations.
• The impact of peer support interventions on mental health outcomes among individuals with substance use disorders.
• The impact of trauma-informed care on the well-being of survivors of domestic violence.
• The effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy in reducing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among military veterans.
• Exploring the effectiveness of trauma-informed social work practice: A case study of survivors of domestic violence.
• The effectiveness of parenting interventions in enhancing parenting skills and reducing child maltreatment.

Social Work with Vulnerable Populations

• Exploring the role of social work in addressing human trafficking: A case study of a victim support organization.
• The role of social work in addressing the mental health needs of refugees and asylum seekers.
• The role of social work in promoting resilience and positive outcomes for children and youth in care.
• The impact of community-based rehabilitation programs for individuals with substance abuse disorders: A case study approach.
• Investigating the role of social work in addressing elder abuse: A case study of a nursing home facility.
• Examining the effectiveness of social work interventions for individuals with disabilities: A case study of a disability service organization.

Community Development and Empowerment

• How has COVID 19 impacted employment status and economic hardships of social workers in the UK?
• The impact of community-based programs on reducing substance abuse and improving recovery outcomes.
• The role of social work in addressing the social determinants of health among vulnerable populations.
• How effectively have social workers advocated for changes in community living conditions for people with dementia? An analysis.
• How are social workers managing homeless youth in the UK? An exploration.
• Addressing social isolation challenges of young adult recluses and older adults through social work.

Social Justice and Human Rights in Social Work

• Investigating the differences in social work for local and migrant communities in the UK.
• Do attitudes of social workers differ for female domestic abuse victims as compared to children in abusive homes? An exploration.
• The impact of anti-oppressive practice in social work on promoting social justice and equity.
• How is the social worker assisting the anti-racist drive in the UK? New perspectives.
• Do social work codes of ethics for disabled individuals differ? Evaluations from the UK.
• How is social work viewed among migrants of different religions in the UK? Fresh insights.

Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery

• The impact of self-help support groups on recovery outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders.
• The effectiveness of crisis intervention services in responding to and supporting individuals in times of crisis.
• The impact of community-based mental health services on reducing psychiatric hospitalizations among individuals with severe mental illness.
• Understanding the impact of community-based rehabilitation programs for individuals with substance abuse disorders: A case study approach.
• The impact of social work interventions on reducing homelessness and promoting housing stability.
• The effectiveness of family preservation programs in preventing child placement in out-of-home care.

Elderly Care and Aging

• The role of social work interventions in promoting successful aging and well-being among older adults.
• Are social workers qualified for providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to depressed older citizens?
• The mental health of social care workers in the UK- what does the evidence reveal?
• How can social workers help older citizens with music therapy?
• The role of social work in addressing elder abuse and promoting the well-being of older adults.
• The effectiveness of culturally responsive social work practice in meeting the needs of diverse populations.

Domestic Violence and Family Interventions

• Exploring the effectiveness of family preservation programs in different cultural contexts.
• Child protection, social work and risk- an investigation of important challenges and their management.
• The effectiveness of school-based bullying prevention programs in reducing bullying incidents and improving school climate.
• The role of trauma-informed care in addressing the needs of survivors of sexual abuse.
• The effectiveness of restorative justice practices in promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism among juvenile offenders.
• The role of restorative justice practices in improving outcomes for juvenile offenders.

Social Work in Healthcare Settings

• The role of social work in supporting individuals with disabilities in accessing inclusive education and employment opportunities.
• The effectiveness of school-based social work interventions on academic achievement and school engagement.
• The impact of school-based social work interventions on academic achievement and school engagement.
• Comparative analysis of mental health care delivery models in different healthcare systems.
• Mobile technology and social work provision- recounting the benefits and limitations.
• Social workers managing cases of People with dementia in the UK.

Criminal Justice and Rehabilitation

• Investigating the effectiveness of restorative justice programs in reducing recidivism rates: A case study of a particular correctional facility.
• Exploring the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs for juvenile offenders in different cultural contexts.
• A comparative study of social work interventions for individuals with mental health challenges in different settings.
• The effectiveness of restorative justice practices in promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism among juvenile offenders.
• Comparative analysis of social work practices in addressing homelessness in different countries.
• How does diversity among social workers impact team associations in the UK? An investigation.

Social Policy and Legislative Advocacy

• Social work and the law- evaluating areas of compatibility and differences.
• The relevance of language communication in social work in the UK- an investigation.
• The value of compassion in social work- experiences at the beginning and end of social worker’s practice in the UK.
• How is the current academic curriculum in the UK measuring social work students’ core competencies?
• Challenges faced by social workers working with ‘at risk’ groups in the UK- a study.
• The impact of housing programs on reducing homelessness and improving housing stability.

Gender, Sexuality, and Social Work

• Does gender impact an individual’s decision to enter social work in the UK? An investigation.
• Do gender-nonconforming youth face challenges for social work utilization?
• Do victims of domestic abuse naturally trust social workers? Perspectives from both sides.
• Investigating the differences in social work for poor and affluent local communities in the UK.
• How effectively have social workers advocated for changes in community living conditions for people with dementia? An analysis.
• How has globalization impacted the profession of social work in the UK? Insights from social workers.

International Social Work and Global Issues

• Comparative analysis of social work approaches to addressing domestic violence in urban and rural communities.
• Exploring the challenges and opportunities in implementing evidence-based practices in child welfare: A case study of a social service agency.
• Examining the role of social work in supporting refugees and asylum seekers: A case study of a specific resettlement program.
• How is social work viewed as a profession in the UK? A primary investigation.
• Investigating the differences in social work for poor and affluent migrant communities in the UK.
• A comparative study of social work responses to substance abuse in urban and suburban areas.

Technology and Social Work

• Can tele-social work sustain depression and anxiety due to social isolation in the pandemic year?
• Mobile technology and social work provision- recounting the benefits and limitations.
• The impact of social work interventions on reducing homelessness and promoting housing stability.
• How can social workers draw young adults into meaningful social activities?
• The mental health of social care workers in the UK- what does the evidence reveal?
• Therapy for social workers- how important is it?