British Columbia,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Social Work in Prince George Canada | University of Northern British Columbia
University of Northern British Columbia
|
Prince George Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
26,753
(c. USD19,180.8)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program equips students with foundational skills for entry-level generalist social work across diverse settings, including individuals, families, groups, and communities. This degree emphasizes social work in northern and remote regions, Indigenous communities, gender issues, anti-oppressive approaches, and community-based practice and research. The curriculum highlights critical examinations of class, gender, and racial/ethnic dynamics as core components.
Develop competencies for generalist social work practice with various populations and community systems.
Explore how power structures related to socioeconomic status, health disparities, age, gender identity, and cultural background impact marginalized groups.
Engage with coursework that champions social justice while developing practical, analytical, and professional abilities to drive positive transformation.
Cultivate a thoughtful integration of:
conceptual knowledge and applied skills
academic inquiry, instruction, and community engagement
personal reflection and openness to diverse perspectives
After completing 60 credit hours (typically two years) in arts and sciences, students become eligible to apply for the Social Work program. The curriculum blends modern theoretical frameworks with hands-on experience through field placements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
International secondary and post-secondary credentials are considered. International students must meet the equivalent of the criteria outlined for high school admission and university transfer in British Columbia. Admission is based on the comparison of standards for credentials and grading in the country of origin. Applicants whose first language is not English must be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in English.
For admission from a GCE system (or equivalent) a minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall GPA of C or higher in order to be considered for admission. All A level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A level.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components, score of at least 230 in the computer-based test or at least 570 in the paper-based test,
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules
Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 80, with a minimum of 3 on the Speaking Rating Scale
For admission from a GCE system (or equivalent) a minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall GPA of C or higher in order to be considered for admission. All A level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A level.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components, score of at least 230 in the computer-based test or at least 570 in the paper-based test,
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules
Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 80, with a minimum of 3 on the Speaking Rating Scale
Tuition
CAD
26,753