Master of Social Work Programs

Why UCalgary Social Work for your MSW?

Join one of the world's fastest growing professions. Your nationally accredited course- or thesis-based flexible Master of Social Work degree will prepare you to work in an amazing variety of places - from health-care, to community builder - in Canada or around the world. Our profession is focused on social justice. It could be the satisfying career you're looking for.

We've been nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in Social Work education and research since 1966.

BSW or other degree?

If you don't have an undergraduate social work degree, your journey begins with a foundation year of social work study.

Thesis- or course-based?

Interested in a PhD or research and program evaluation? Consider a thesis-based MSW.

Diverse specialization choices

• Clinical Social Work Practice
• International and Community Development
• Leadership in the Human Services

Online and On Campus

You'll attend courses both online and on campus.

Online courses consist of a mix of real time classes at set times and learning that can be done on your own schedule.

No Bachelor of Social Work?

Students with a non-social work degree begin their Master of Social Work with a year of foundational study.

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Information sessions

Interested in pursuing your MSW? Register on our events page!

Preparing your MSW Application Q & A
*Registration closes a week prior to the session

Oct. 5, 2023 from 6:30 p.m – 7:30 p.m MT
Oct. 11, 2023 from 6:30 p.m – 7:30 p.m MT

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Master of Social Work Programs