Browse the website of the International Association of Schools of Social Work. Study the list of member schools and their locations, which include, among others, Australia, UK, Canada and China. Note down the names of schools in the country where you want to study.
Get information about the MSW programs at various schools by browsing their individual websites. Check eligibility criteria to see if you qualify for the program. Most masters programs require applicants to possess a bachelor's degree along with some work experience. Check if the university specifies an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score. This score is used for assessing English language skills of international students. Compare tuition fees across programs.
Find out the process of applying for the MSW course by writing to the course coordinator at the university you select. This will typically involve filling out an application form, and providing letters from referees. You will also need curriculum vitae along with a statement of purpose describing your reasons for choosing the course. Get information about the deadlines for submitting applications. Find out the country's requirements for student visa, health insurance, vaccinations and accommodation arrangements.
Prepare your curriculum vitae, detailing your academic achievements, publications and hands-on experience with social work. Write out your statement of purpose in clear, grammatically correct language. Download the application form from the university's website, fill it out completely and submit along with the other specified documents.
Complete the formalities required to travel abroad after receiving confirmation of your acceptance into the course. Obtain a passport by applying to the U.S. Department of State. Visit the embassy of the country where you have been accepted for the MSW course and complete the necessary paperwork to procure a student visa.