The Bachelor of Social Work Program prepares students for generalist practice who are knowledgeable of social work practice, theory, policy and research, and who have sufficient competence for entry-level social work positions. The program is based on the principles of social justice, human rights and anti-oppression with an emphasis on understanding the structural roots of social problems. Foundation courses are grounded on critical theoretical frameworks including indigenous worldviews, feminism and anti-racism.

Study options:

• Full-time program - 4 years
• Concentrated program - 2 years
• Part-time program - up to 9 years

Specializations :

• Interfaculty Option in Aging

Interesting courses:

• Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Selected Topics in Social Work: Indigenous Ways of Practice
• Selected Topics in Social Work: Sexual and Gender Minority Issues in Practice and Policy - An Inter-disciplinary Approach
• Selected Topics in Social Work: Art and Creative Expression in Social Work: Applications in Practice and Inquiry

Fieldwork options

To provide students with first-hand professional experience, fieldwork placement opportunities are available in over 100 agencies and departments.

Professional opportunities

• Child welfare
• Crisis intervention
• Family services
• Social policy
• Community development
• Health care