A field trip as part of the social work research module

Abstract

The aim of this study was achieved in the sense that it affording students an opportunity to experience research in practice. Students could afterwards express their feelings about and experiences of this field trip. They were able to see the link between the theory and practice of research, and also that research is part and parcel of what a social worker is supposed to do. A problem statement for the article was stated, and an aim and appropriate research methodology were described. The findings were discussed in seven main themes and several sub-themes. Following the discussion, a couple of recommendations were made.