Integrative Professional Studies: Social Work

Make a positive impact as a school social worker and more 

Bachelor of Applied Science | Bachelor of Social Work (124 credits)

Advance in any profession or prepare for a career in social work with the bachelor of applied science in integrative professional studies at Davenport University. This integrative studies degree is offered through a unique partnership between Davenport and Kuyper College, also located in Grand Rapids. 

Through this collaboration, you’ll earn two degrees in four years — the bachelor of applied science from Davenport University and the bachelor of social work (BSW) from Kuyper College. 

Earn this integrative studies degree in-seat on Davenport’s W.A. Lettinga Campus.

What does a social worker do?    

You may be wondering exactly what a social worker does. At the heart of your career in social work, you’ll strive to enhance the well-being of others, particularly people who are vulnerable, oppressed and living in poverty. 

With your social work degree, you’ll be well positioned for careers in social work, from a school social worker to working in a variety of settings, such as hospitals and clinics, nursing homes, community mental health clinics, private practices, state and local governments, universities, substance abuse clinics and military bases. 

Explore classes for the social work degree

When you pursue the bachelor of applied science in integrative professional studies, you’ll take courses at both Davenport and Kuyper College. At Davenport, you’ll take foundational courses as well as courses in arts and sciences, business and health professions. You’ll then complete courses in social work and religious studies at Kuyper College. This collaborative partnership results in two degrees in four years — the bachelor of applied science in integrative professional studies from Davenport and a social work degree from Kuyper College.