ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Social Welfare and Social Development (Honours Specialization) in North Bay Canada | Nipissing University
Nipissing University
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North Bay Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,000
(c. USD16,496.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Canada's only program of its kind, our interdisciplinary curriculum examines inequality and marginalized groups who face disparities in access to resources, opportunities, and influence. Graduates gain deep insights into the roots and impacts of inequality across global, national, and community levels, along with skills to develop solutions for enhancing societal welfare.
Potential career paths span various sectors including education, healthcare, urban development, migration services, global aid, workforce programs, social support systems, and veteran services. Roles may include benefits assessor, career development specialist, residential services manager, border services agent, communications specialist, or policy advisor.
Career opportunities also exist in publicly funded settings like medical centers, social service agencies, correctional facilities, and academic institutions. Alternative employment options include working for philanthropic organizations, activist networks, professional associations, nonprofit entities, labor unions, faith-based groups, Indigenous communities, political organizations, or international NGOs.
These possibilities illustrate the diverse organizations where you could launch your professional journey as an analyst, communications specialist, parliamentary aide, development officer, client services representative, funding administrator, or volunteer manager - representing just a sample of potential positions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts from all institutions (domestic or international) previously or presently attended, secondary schools, colleges and universities (Domestic and international applicants who have attended postsecondary institutions outside of North America must have their transcripts assessed.
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma with at least six subjects, including three at a higher level, with a minimum final grade of 24, will be considered for admission. Students who successfully complete the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma with a score of 24 or higher are eligible to receive up to 30 transfer credits, equivalent to one year of full-time study.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum score of 83 (iBT) with a minimum score of 20 in reading, listening and writing, and a minimum score of 22 in speaking.
International English Language Test Service (IELTS) : Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum 6 in reading, listening, speaking and writing.
Tuition
CAD
23,000