The University of Windsor's PhD in Social Work is an online doctoral program for students who want to advance social work research, practice, and education, with a focus on social justice. The curriculum covers epistemology, the history and theory of social work, and qualitative and quantitative research methods, followed by a comprehensive examination and a dissertation seminar that supports students through their original research. Applicants must hold a social work degree from an accredited university and must have achieved a minimum A- average in their most recent graduate degree. Admission requires a statement of interest and research proposal, a curriculum vitae, a sample of professional or academic writing such as a research paper or significant course paper, and three letters of reference; applicants must also demonstrate practice, education, and leadership experience that shows capacity for doctoral-level research. The program culminates in an original dissertation. Graduates are prepared for careers in social work research, education, and advanced practice, including academic and policy-focused roles that draw on social justice-oriented scholarship.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a completed social work degree from an accredited university and must have achieved a minimum A- average in their most recent graduate degree. Required materials include a statement of interest and research proposal, a curriculum vitae, a sample of professional or academic writing, and three letters of reference, with practice, education, and leadership experience demonstrating capacity for doctoral research.
