Program Overview

School of Social Work

The School of Social Work is part of the Faculty of Health at Dalhousie University.

Programs

The School of Social Work offers the following programs:

• Bachelor of Social Work
  • Africentric BSW Cohort
  • Admission Requirements (Campus and Distance Delivery)
  • Application Process
  • Degree Requirements
  • Course Sequencing
  • Scholarships
  • Selection Process
• Master of Social Work
• Distance Education
• Field Education
• Continuing Education

Admission Requirements (Campus and Distance Delivery)

Admission to the Bachelor of Social Work program is based on the following criteria:

1. Academic An initial screening is made on the basis of academic eligibility. Please note that community college/college credits are not considered for this program.
   • If applying with the minimum 30 university credit hours, a minimum average of B- (70%) is required. The BSW degree will take approximately 3 years to complete.
   • If applying with a university degree or almost completed degree, a minimum average of B- (70%) is required. Admission assessment (credits used for GPA calculation and potential admission transfer credit) is based on the last 60 undergraduate university credit hours completed. The BSW degree will take approximately 2 years to complete.
   • The School of Social Work has an Affirmative Action policy for applicants who are Acadian, Aboriginal, African Canadian, members of other racially-visible groups, persons with disabilities, and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two Spirit, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTTQI) people. Members of these groups who have 30 university credit hours (non-social work) that average B- are eligible to apply under this policy.
2. Relevant work/and or volunteer experience Most volunteer positions are considered, with the exception of food preparation and canvassing. Academic field placement hours are not considered.
3. Two references are required (Academic or Non-Academic) Please see guidelines in BSW Application Process.
4. Social Work statement Candidates write a statement that discusses a current social issue and their motivation to study social work.

Policies

• Affirmative Action policy: for applicants who are Acadian, Aboriginal, African Canadian, members of other racially-visible groups, persons with disabilities, and LGBTTQI people.
• Professional Suitability Policy
• Student Use of Social Media