Social Work St. Thomas University

Overview

The Social Work programme at St. Thomas University provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities. This four-year degree focuses on understanding the structural roots of social problems such as poverty, racial discrimination, and gendered violence. By integrating a liberal arts foundation with professional social work education, the curriculum promotes equality and inclusion through transformative practice.

Why Social Work at St. Thomas University?

The university offers a unique educational structure that balances generalist social work practice with deep critical analysis. Students benefit from a curriculum accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education, ensuring high professional standards. The programme is distinguished by its focus on social action and its commitment to addressing economic, political, and cultural disparities within Canadian society.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 20580 per year
• National fee: CAD 10039 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into foundational liberal arts studies followed by intensive professional modules and field placements. Modules may include:

• Social Work Practice
• Social Welfare and Social Policy
• Social Services
• Community Organising
• Mental Health Issues
• Addiction
• Child Welfare
• Trauma
• Family Law

Careers with Social Work

Graduates are prepared for professional practice in a variety of clinical and community settings. The programme equips students for roles in social agencies, where they can apply their skills in group work, social action, and policy analysis. By completing extensive field practicums, students gain the direct experience necessary to pursue careers in social welfare, community advocacy, and professional social work practice across various levels of society.