Bachelor of Social Work in Canada at TRU Canada




University Thompson Rivers University (TRU Canada)
Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
Type Public
Program Delivary On campus
Language English
Program Duration 4 years
Students 25,000
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Detailed Information of Bachelor of Social Work in Canada at Thompson Rivers University

Program Overview for Bachelor of Social Work in Canada:

The TRU Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program offers a nationally accredited degree that prepares students for a career in the diverse profession of social work.

The BSW degree is designed to build on the educational achievements and experiences of a wide range of students.

Courses are offered on the Kamloops campus, and students can complete the program on a full-time or part-time basis.The BSW program is fully accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education.

These are the international student eligibility for the Bachelor of Social Work in Canada

Selective admission General university studies: At least 54 credits (60 recommended). This must include 3 credits of academic English composition (ENGL 1100 at TRU) or 6 credits of English literature, and SOCW 2060 and SOCW 2120 or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.33 (C+) on general university coursework is required. Combined Human Service Program and general university courses: At least 54 credits. This must include 3 credits of English Composition (ENGL 1100 at TRU) or 6 credits of English literature, and SOCW2060 and 2120 or equivalents, and a completed Human Service Worker Certificate or Diploma with a GPA of at least 2.67 (B-). Students with a certificate or diploma with a GPA of 2.67 or better may receive up to 12 discretionary credits.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the Bachelor of Social Work

Selective admission General university studies: At least 54 credits (60 recommended). This must include 3 credits of academic English composition (ENGL 1100 at TRU) or 6 credits of English literature, and SOCW 2060 and SOCW 2120 or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.33 (C+) on general university coursework is required. Combined Human Service Program and general university courses: At least 54 credits. This must include 3 credits of English Composition (ENGL 1100 at TRU) or 6 credits of English literature, and SOCW2060 and 2120 or equivalents, and a completed Human Service Worker Certificate or Diploma with a GPA of at least 2.67 (B-). Students with a certificate or diploma with a GPA of 2.67 or better may receive up to 12 discretionary credits.

These are the test eligibilities for the Bachelor of Social Work to qualify.

The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for Bachelor of Social Work in Canada: are:

  • TOEFL(ibt): 88
  • IELTS(academic): 6.5
N.B: ELP is not mandatory for all international students. You could apply without ELP if your previous degree's medium of instruction were in English. Students of Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, for example, are not required to take the ELP test.

The scholarships available for the Bachelor of Social Work are:


$2,000.00
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US citizens admitted to a TRU undergraduate program of two [2] years or longer are eligible for an autom…

$12,000.00
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Legendary Mexican football star Jorge Campos and Thompson Rivers University have teamed up to create a n…

CA$4,000.00
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To be eligible, you must: be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident be a new student* admitted to …

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To be eligible, you must: be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident be a first time TRU student wh…

CA$4,000.00
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TRU has a very limited number of undergraduate entrance bursaries available for resilient students who: …

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Students of outstanding sporting ability who demonstrate athletic excellence by qualifying to one of TRU…

The international student tuition fees and costs for Bachelor of Social Work in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$100.00
Tuition Fees CA$8,461.31 /year
Living Cost CA$14,400.00/year
(CA$1,200.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.

The domestic student tuition fees and costs for Bachelor of Social Work in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$29.83
Tuition Fees CA$2,830.88 /year
Living Cost CA$14,400.00/year
(CA$1,200.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.

High school graduates can apply and be admitted to this program while upgrading at TRU. Mature students without a high school diploma (or equivalent) can work towards completing their BC High School Graduation Diploma while in this program through TRU courses.

Students who do not qualify for mature student status can apply for the TRU University Preparation program to complete their BC High School Graduation Diploma. » Talk to a student recruiter about your options. You may be eligible for free tuition. Or learn more about upgrading.

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