University 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. A practicum gives 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. A practicum gives 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 two locations for face-to-face classes: Calgary, or Edmonton.
*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 |
Small-school feeling. Big-university degree.
Social work classes are typically under 45 students, even online.
No matter which BSW program you choose, you can get to know your peers and instructors in intimate classes.
(Non-social work class sizes may vary.)