The Bachelor of Social Work at MacEwan University has a unique program structure that integrates the theme of social and environmental sustainability throughout the curriculum and gives you the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in a field of practice during your final year. You will complete 60 credits in years three and four to complete the degree.
Your program of study in the Bachelor of Social Work will vary depending on the coursework you have completed prior to entry:
Year Three, Term I (Fall)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 302 | Indigenous Knowledge: Contributions to Sustainable Social Work Practice | 3 |
| SOWK 303 | Social Work and Sustainability | 3 |
| Arts & Science electives (9 credits) | varies | 9 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Three, Term II (Winter)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 310 | Social Work and Intercultural Practice | 3 |
| SOWK 311 | Critical Thinking and Social Work Research Methods | 3 |
| SOWK 3XX | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| Arts & Science electives (6 credits) | varies | 6 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Four, Term III (Fall)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 403 | Leadership in Human Service Organizations | 3 |
| SOWK 430 | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| SOWK 431 | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| Arts & Science electives (6 credits) | varies | 6 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Four, Term IV (Winter)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 410 | Advanced Practice with Children and Families | 3 (Choose One of SOWK 410, 411 or 413) |
| SOWK 411 | Advanced Practice with Indigenous Peoples | |
| SOWK 412 | Advanced Social Work Practice with Communities | Will not be offered in Winter 2018 |
| SOWK 413 | Advanced Practice in Health and Mental Health Settings | |
| SOWK 4XX | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| SOWK 450 | Field Practicum (400 hours) | 8 |
| SOWK 451 | Field Practicum Seminar | 1 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Students who have at least 60 credits of a degree program can apply to the Bachelor of Social Work. Students should consult with a university advisor for the BSW to determine which courses are required to complete the BSW. University transfer students are required to complete SOWK 240 prior to the start of the program.
Year Three, Term I (Fall)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 301 | Introduction to Social Work Ideology and Ethics | 3 |
| SOWK 302 | Indigenous Knowledge: Contributions to Sustainable Social Work Practice | 3 |
| SOWK 303 | Social Work and Sustainability | 3 |
| SOWK 304 | Human Development and the Environment | 3 |
| SOWK 305 | Social Work with Individuals and Families | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Three, Term II (Winter)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 310 | Social Work and Intercultural Practice | 3 |
| SOWK 311 | Critical Thinking and Social Work Research Methods | 3 |
| SOWK 312 | Social Policy | 3 |
| SOWK 350 | Field Practicum (300 hours) | 5 |
| SOWK 351 | Field Practicum Seminar | 1 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Four, Term III (Fall)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 401 | Social Work with Communities | 3 |
| SOWK 402 | Social Work with Groups | 3 |
| SOWK 403 | Leadership in Human Service Organizations | 3 |
| SOWK 430 | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| SOWK 431 | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Year Four, Term IV (Winter)
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOWK 410 | Advanced Practice with Children and Families | 3 (3 sections of Advanced Practice will be offered; choose 1 of SOWK 410, 411 or 413) |
| SOWK 411 | Advanced Practice with Indigenous Peoples | |
| SOWK 412 | Advanced Social Work Practice with Communities | Will not be offered in Winter 2018 |
| SOWK 413 | Advanced Practice in Health and Mental Health Settings | |
| SOWK 4XX | Social Work OPTION | 3 |
| SOWK 450 | Field Practicum (400 hours) | 8 |
| SOWK 451 | Field Practicum Seminar | 1 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
