Bachelor of Social Work

Vancouver Island University

Canada, Nanaimo

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Vancouver Island University

Canada , Nanaimo

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

CAD 150

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines5-Jan-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,543 / year

Next Intake 5-Jan-2023

Bachelor of Social Work

About

The purpose of the Bachelor of Social Work degree program at Vancouver Island University is to provide education in generalist anti-oppressive social work practice.

The learning outcomes of the program include the capacity to do the following:

demonstrate effective social work communication skills within an empowerment approach at the individual, group, and community level.
demonstrate professional ethical standards and values at the individual, team, and organizational level.
critically reflect on own ideas, behaviours, and practices.
identify and address mechanisms of oppression, privilege, resistance, and social change.

In addition to a generalist social work practice degree, the Bachelor of Social Work program at Vancouver Island University offers a specialization in child welfare.

Program Delivery

The Bachelor of Social Work program at Vancouver Island University will accept students into Year 3 of the program and will be delivered through distance education. Students admitted to the program will be expected to:

Participate in an online orientation(s) prior to program commencement in September.
Have access to high speed internet and audio-video capabilities.
Participate in courses that have both asynchronous (online access to course materials) and synchronous (online access to course materials, audio and visual discussion, e.g. Zoom) course delivery methods.

Specialization: Child Welfare

A Child Welfare Specialization within the program is available for students admitted to the Bachelor of Social Work degree program. Students in the Child Welfare Specialization are required to complete SOCW 362 and SOCW 403, and they must complete their fourth year field education placement in a delegated child protection office. Interested students must apply for a Child Welfare Specialization field education placement by June 1 prior to entry into their fourth year of the BSW program. Students in a Child Welfare Specialization field education placement must be prepared to complete 350 hours on a full-time basis (4-5 days/week) concurrent with SOCW 400B and any other required courses. For further information, please contact the Bachelor of Social Work Field Education Coordinator.

Note: The Bachelor of Social Work program charges enhanced tuition fees. Check the Description of Fees and Rates for further information.

Disciplines

Human Services

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate

Career

Social workers obtain employment in social, educational and health organizations as well as private practice. Social workers assist individuals, families, groups and communities through their work in hospitals, community-based organizations, child welfare agencies, school districts, agencies serving Aboriginal people and human rights agencies that promote the interests of those experiencing inequality in our communities.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,543

Application Fee

CAD 150

How to Apply

Before You Apply

Explore VIU programs. Check the requirements for your specific program and gather your necessary documents for scanning:

Your official transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency
Certified English translation* of any documents issued in a language other than English
A copy of your passport (photo page)
Copy of High School Graduation Diploma (if available)
Copy of University Degree (If available)

*All documents must be translated by a certified translator or notarized if they are in a language other than English.

Applying

We strongly recommend submitting your application online. The application process for international students is different than for domestic students. The application below is for students who are NOT Canadian Citizen or Permanent Residents.

Scan all documents (in separate files)
Fill in the on-line International Application for Admission form which includes uploading your documents and selecting your method of payment.
Pay the $150 (CAD) non-refundable Application Processing Fee (Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are preferred. Cheque, money order, and electronic transfer also accepted).

Once you have submitted your online application you will receive an acknowledgment email with the receipt of payment.

Clarify what is considered official, academic records
Send original or certified translations of all your transcripts to:

International Admissions
Vancouver Island University
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
Canada

Note

Your Application will not begin to be processed until the $150 (CAD) Application Fee is received and all scanned required documents are uploaded.
For Master Programs, your Letter of Acceptance will not be issued until the $150 (CAD) Application Fee is paid and all original or certified documents are received.

After You Apply

Once your application fee has been paid and all of your documents have been received, your application will begin to be processed.

It can take from 2-8 weeks to process an application. Having all your documents scanned and attached to the online application decreases wait time. Note: Masters Programs and limited entry programs may take longer.

If you have met the admission requirements and have a competitive application, you will receive a Letter of Offer from international admissions. This letter will contain information on program start dates and instructions for payment of your tuition deposit. The tuition deposit is usually the equivalent of the first semester’s tuition.

In order to secure your place in a program, you must pay the deposit fee by the deadline date indicated in Letter of Offer. Once the deposit is paid an official “Letter of Acceptance” will be emailed to you. You will need this letter to apply for a study permit at a Canadian Embassy, Consulate, or High Commission.

Note

In some programs, due to space or enrolment limitations, admission does not guarantee that space will be available.
The first payment due date for new students is usually due 4 weeks after the date of offer.
VIU reserves the right to cancel any scheduled program or course if there is insufficient enrolment. In such cases, every reasonable effort will be made to notify you as early as possible.

Apply by Paper

VIU also accepts paper applications by mail. However, please note that paper applications will take longer to process.

Complete the printable International Application for Admission form.
Attached the non-refundable application fee of $150 is required.
Attach certified copies of all educational documents in the original language, and certified copies translated into English, if applicable.
Send or arrange to have an original copy of your TOEFL or IELTS results sent to Vancouver Island University, if required.
Printed applications and all supporting documents should be sent to:

International Admissions
Vancouver Island University
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
Canada