International Programmes — Bishop Heber College (Autonomous)
Bishop Heber College

Bishop Heber College

Autonomous

International Programmes

Short-Term & Immersion Programmes

Bishop Heber College offers prestigious, immersive short-term courses designed for international students, research scholars, and global learners to experience Indian culture, society, and environment.

Social Work🗓️ 3 Weeks (21 Days)🌐 Mode: Blended (Classroom + Field Immersion)

Understanding the Culture of Tribal, Nomadic, Rural, Semi Urban, Urban and Slum Dwelling Communities of Tamil Nadu

Offered by: Department of Social Work

Target Audience

Undergraduate / Postgraduate students, Social Work learners, Researchers, Academicians, Development practitioners and anyone passionate about community and culture.

Programme Fees & Costs

USD 400 per week (Approx. INR 33,000) | Total for 3 Weeks: USD 1200 (Approx. INR 99,000)

Medium

English

Course Highlights

  • Field Study & Ethnographic Study in Pachamalai Hills (Tribal Community)
  • Nomadic Community Immersion in Sellampatti
  • Rural Community Exposure in Kumara Vayalur (Trichy District)
  • Semi Urban Community visits to Thuvakudi / Manachanallur
  • Urban Community Exposure in Tiruchirappalli City
  • Slum Dwelling Community Immersion in Woraiyur / K.K. Nagar Slums
  • Collaborate with local NGOs and community organizations

Key Components

  • Theoretical Inputs & Discussions
  • Field Visits & Community Mapping
  • Ethnographic Documentation
  • Community Immersion & Interaction
  • Reflection & Sharing Sessions
  • Certificate of Completion

Programme Contacts & Coordinators

Dr. J. Florence Shalini

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Social Work

✉️ [email protected]

Dr. B. Arunkumar

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Social Work

✉️ [email protected]