Admission to the Bachelor of Social Work program is open to:
- persons with a minimum of 60 credits of coursework in the Bachelor of Arts program or equivalent; or,
- persons holding a Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent).
An overall average of at least 68% on the last 30 credits preceding admission is required. Pre-admission studies must include:
- SOWK_V 200 (a prerequisite to SOWK_V 201) and SOWK_V 201 with a minimum grade of 72% in both courses; and
- 3 credits of ASTU_V 100, ASTU_V 101, ASTU_V 150, Arts One, ENGL_V 100, WRDS_V 150, WRDS_V 350, or transferable equivalents; and
- 18 credits of coursework in the social sciences and humanities. Courses dealing with the Canadian political system, the history of Canada, and First Nations issues are recommended.
Two letters of reference and an account of all relevant volunteer and/or paid work experience are required.
Admission is based on the applicant's academic standing and suitability for a career in social work. Special consideration is given to qualified applicants of First Nations ancestry, members of a visible minority, or persons with disabilities.
Successful applicants completing Stage II will be required to submit a criminal record check.
The program has a limited enrolment, and admission is competitive. Fulfilment of the minimum requirements for admission is not a guarantee of acceptance.
Persons considering application to the program should visit the School's website. Required application forms with instructions and detailed program information are available to download from the website.
The deadline for application to the program is January 15.