IGNOU MSW-014 Assignment 2026-27
Relevance of Social Case Work in Counselling
Last updated by IGNOU: 03 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 26 Oct 2026, 04:25 pm.
| Course code | MSW-014 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Relevance of Social Case Work in Counselling |
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work Counselling (PGDCOUN)PGDCOUN, MSWC |
| School | School of Social Work |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the MSW-014 assignment
The MSW-014 assignment covers the development, scope and methods of social case work and its relevance to counselling. Topics include documentation, family and healthcare settings, social diagnosis, interviewing, professional roles, confidentiality and assessment.
There are five compulsory question groups worth 20 marks each. Questions 1 and 2 offer alternatives and have a maximum of 600 words per answer. Question 3 requires two answers of about 300 words each; Question 4 requires four of about 150 words each; Question 5 requires five short notes of about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | 20 | Discuss either the historical development, processes and knowledge base of social case work, or its scope, the problems it addresses and its applications. |
| Question 2 | 20 | Explain either the importance, purposes and functions of documentation in social case work, or the nature, scope and application of case work in family settings. |
| Question 3 | 10 each | Choose two topics covering the four components of case work, social diagnosis and its stages, interviewing skills and techniques, or case workers’ roles in healthcare settings. |
| Question 4 | 5 each | Choose four topics covering case work versus counselling, the practice framework, interview stages, interview preparation, diagnostic purposes of interviews, or distinctive features of case work interviews. |
| Question 5 | 4 each | Write five short notes chosen from Mary Richmond’s contribution, case management, medical versus wellness models, confidentiality, structured and unstructured interviews, recording, home visits, and case work assessment. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Complete all five question groups, following the choices specified within each group.
- Keep Questions 1 and 2 within 600 words each; follow the approximate limits of 300, 150 and 100 words for the selected answers in Questions 3, 4 and 5 respectively.
- Handwrite your assignment, sign it and submit it to your Study Centre by the applicable deadline.
- Read the relevant IGNOU units and base your answers only on IGNOU study materials.
- Write specific answers in your own words rather than copying from books.
- Begin every answer on a new page and leave one line between paragraphs.
- Organise long and medium-length answers with an introduction, subheadings, a main discussion and a conclusion.
- Prepare a draft, discuss the material with peers and academic counsellors, and make corrections before writing the final version.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; these follow the official listing rather than the conflicting PDF schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Which session is the MSW-014 assignment listed for?
The official listing identifies July 2026 and January 2027. The PDF cover carries a 2025–2026 assignment heading, so the session shown here follows the listing.
What are the total marks and weightage for MSW-014?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the overall course grade.
How many questions must I answer in MSW-014?
Complete all five question groups. Choose one alternative each in Questions 1 and 2, two parts in Question 3, four parts in Question 4 and five short notes in Question 5.
What are the word limits for the MSW-014 assignment?
Questions 1 and 2 must not exceed 600 words each. Each selected response in Question 3 should be about 300 words, in Question 4 about 150 words, and in Question 5 about 100 words.
Does MSW-014 need to be handwritten, and where should I submit it?
The PDF requires handwritten, signed assignments to be submitted to the Study Centre.
What are the MSW-014 assignment submission deadlines?
The official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session; the listing dates take priority over the conflicting PDF schedule.
Other IGNOU PGDCOUN assignments
- MSW-012: Introduction to Life Characteristics and Challenges
- MSW-013: Introduction to Psychological Basis of Counselling
- MSW-015: Basics of Counselling
- MSW-016: Fields of Counselling
Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.