IGNOU MSW-016 Assignment 2026-27
Fields of Counselling
Last updated by IGNOU: 03 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 26 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | MSW-016 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Fields of 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-016 assignment
The MSW-016 assignment covers counselling in mental health, rehabilitation, disability, adolescence and family life. It also examines stress and time management, parenthood, legal protections, ageing, suicide, and selected counselling approaches and services.
There are five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each. Questions 1 and 2 offer alternatives and have a maximum of 600 words per answer. Question 3 requires two responses 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 | Explain mental health and its practice models, or define counselling and identify specialised fields of rehabilitation counselling. |
| Question 2 | 20 | Discuss stress and ways to manage it, or explain the stages of parenthood and the responsibilities at each stage. |
| Question 3 | 20 | Choose two topics covering parent counselling for disability, domestic violence legislation, time management, and counselling skills for adolescents. |
| Question 4 | 20 | Choose four topics concerning counsellors in the judicial system, self-hypnosis, elderly people's historical roles, Durkheim's suicide theories, juvenile justice legislation, and marital disharmony. |
| Question 5 | 20 | Write five short notes selected from family counselling, hospice services, referral systems, guided fantasy, egalitarianism, MET, care giving, and coping skills. |
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
- Write the assignment by hand, sign it, and submit it to your Study Centre on time.
- Attempt all five main questions, following the alternatives and selection requirements within each question.
- Keep answers to Questions 1 and 2 within 600 words each; follow the approximate 300-, 150-, and 100-word limits for Questions 3, 4, and 5 respectively.
- Begin every answer on a fresh page and leave one line between paragraphs.
- Organise long and medium-length answers with an introduction, subheadings, a main discussion, and a conclusion.
- Keep answers relevant and in your own words, using only IGNOU study materials rather than copying from books.
- Read the relevant units, discuss them with peers and academic counsellors, and revise a draft before preparing the final submission.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; these are the current listing dates.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MSW-016 assignment listing cover?
The official listing covers July 2026 and January 2027. The PDF's submission section also names these sessions, although its cover displays 2025–2026.
What are the submission deadlines for MSW-016?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. The PDF separately lists 30 September 2027 for the January 2027 session. Dates can differ by session; the listing dates are used here.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the overall course grade.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
Attempt all five main questions. Questions 1 and 2 each require one answer within 600 words. For Question 3, answer any two parts in about 300 words each; for Question 4, any four in about 150 words each; and for Question 5, any five in about 100 words each.
Does the assignment need to be handwritten, and where should I submit it?
Yes. The PDF requires handwritten, signed responses submitted to the Study Centre.
Which programmes and languages are listed for MSW-016?
The official listing includes MSWC and PGDCOUN, with English and Hindi versions available. The PDF names the Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work Counselling programme.
Other IGNOU PGDCOUN assignments
- MSW-012: Introduction to Life Characteristics and Challenges
- MSW-013: Introduction to Psychological Basis of Counselling
- MSW-014: Relevance of Social Case Work in Counselling
- MSW-015: Basics 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.