Offered by Western University in London, Canada, MA/MS in Social Work (MSW) is a master's degree in Social Work programme. The programme is delivered on campus.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Social Work
Delivery: On Campus
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: grad.uwo.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Social Work (MSW) at Western University is a Direct Practice program offered in two full-time, on-site, course-based streams: a one-year Advanced Standing MSW for holders of an accredited Bachelor of Social Work, and a two-year Foundational MSW for holders of any four-year degree. Both streams combine coursework with substantial practicum placements of 450 or more hours per year in settings such as child and family services, health organizations, schools, and mental health agencies. Admission to either stream requires a minimum 'B' standing (70 per cent average, or equivalent) over the final two years of undergraduate study, a university-level research methods course covering qualitative and quantitative methods, at least one year (1,000 hours) of paid or volunteer relevant experience, and completion of the Casper test. Students are admitted each September. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet Western's English proficiency requirement.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Advanced Standing (one-year) applicants need a completed, accredited Bachelor of Social Work degree; Foundational (two-year) applicants need a completed four-year degree (20 full courses or equivalent). Both streams require a minimum 'B' standing (70 per cent average, or equivalent) over the final two years of undergraduate study, a university-level research methods course (qualitative and quantitative methods), at least one year or equivalent (1,000 hours) of paid or volunteer relevant experience, and completion of the Casper test. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet Western's English proficiency requirement (e.g. TOEFL iBT 100 with no sub-score below 23, IELTS Academic 7.0 in all components, CAEL 60, or Duolingo 115).
