Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Social Work (MSW)

Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Social Work
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Social Work
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $7,120

Please visit the Laurier website for more information on tuition and fees.

Careers:Managers in Social, Community and Correctional ServicesSocial WorkersCommunity and Social Service Workers

Description:

The Master of Social Work (MSW) curriculum is designed to be at the cutting edge of contemporary social work practice.

Our curriculum emphasizes the development of critically reflexive practice skills through the ongoing integration of knowledge, theory and practice within a framework that promotes the advancement of equity, inclusivity, reflexivity and social justice. It is our anticipation that graduates of our program will walk alongside those with whom they work, in collaborative, inclusive, reflexive and caring ways and that they will stand up for what they believe is just.

Prerequisites:

Additional Admission Requirements:
    Advanced Standing Programs (Full-Time or Part-Time)

    • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) required.
    • B average (73-76%) in last 10 half-credit courses.
    • At least 8 half-credit social science courses.
    • One half-credit course in qualitative research methods.
    • Successful applicants typically have 2+ years (3,500 hours) of human services experience for the full-time program, or 3+ years (5,250 hours) for the part-time program.

    Regular Track Programs (Full-Time or Part-Time)

    • Four-year bachelor’s degree in any discipline (3-year degree with significant relevant experience may be considered).
    • B average (73-76%) in last 10 half-credit courses.
    • At least 8 half-credit social science courses.
    • One half-credit course in qualitative research methods.
    • Successful applicants typically have 2+ years (3,500 hours) of human services experience for the full-time program, or 3+ years (5,250 hours) for the part-time program.

    Indigenous Field of Study Programs

    Although the Indigenous Field of Study program is open to students of all cultural backgrounds, candidates for the Indigenous Field of Study must have, in addition to the Advanced Standing requirements above, some familiarity with the traditional wholistic healing approach and/or have used it in their practice. This will be demonstrated through a personal statement, references and an admissions interview.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on December 17, 2025