Post-secondary transfer & after degree
Your future in social work starts here with full-time BSW programs designed for people with two years or more of university experience
Applications open Oct. 1, 2026
Choose your program:
Calgary Blended BSW (20 months)
Courses are delivered face-to-face 1 day a week at the University of Calgary main campus, with the rest online. Two practicums give you in-person experiential learning.
Edmonton Blended BSW (20 months)
Courses are delivered face-to-face 1 day a week at our downtown Edmonton campus, with the rest online. Two practicums give you in-person experiential learning.
Online BSW (24 months)
Our online BSW allows you to study from anywhere in Canada. Courses are delivered online. A practicum gives you in-person experiential learning.
Choose up to 2 BSW programs when you apply: Calgary Blended, Edmonton Blended, or Online
"Which BSW program is the best fit for me?"
Our Blended BSW* is a full-time program completed in 20 months. Choose one of our three locations for face-to-face classes: Calgary, Edmonton or Lethbridge.
*University Transfer only
Our fully Online BSW is a full-time program completed in 24 months. The courses are delivered online, allowing you to study remotely throughout your studies.
| Blended* | Online |
|---|---|
| I want to immerse myself in my studies and can dedicate myself primarily to school | I want a program that is flexible and can fit my busy lifestyle |
| I want a combination of face-to-face on campus learning with the flexibility offered by online learning | I want to complete my BSW courses entirely online |
| I can attend classes* at the Edmonton, Calgary or Lethbridge campus *University Transfer only | I prefer to learn remotely and complete my classes online |
| I can attend daytime classes on campus one day per week | Two evenings and Saturday classes per week would best fit my life |
| I can dedicate 30-35 hours or more per week to my studies | I can dedicate 18-24 hours per week to my studies |
| I can be available for 30-35 hours (usually daytime) per week to complete my final practicum | I can be available for 30-35 hours (usually daytime) per week to complete my final practicum |
| I can attend classes Fall, Winter and Spring term but prefer to have the Summer term off | I can attend classes all year round, including Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer term |
| Expected completion time: 20 months | Expected completion time: 24 months |