Master of Social Work

St. Thomas University’s Master of Social Work program is a professional graduate degree designed to prepare students for advanced social work practice, with a strong focus on clinical skills, leadership, and social justice. Offered as a one-year full-time program for students holding a Bachelor of Social Work, and as a two-year pathway for students with a Bachelor of Arts in a related field and prerequisite coursework, the program emphasizes the integration of theory, research, and practice. Students are supported in developing a deep understanding of socio-political contexts while building the skills needed to respond effectively to complex social issues.

Learning is closely connected to field education and applied practice, ensuring that coursework translates directly into professional competency. Students are encouraged to develop ethical decision-making abilities, critical inquiry skills, and an intersectional approach to social work practice. The program also fosters leadership in organizational, community, and policy settings while strengthening partnerships with health and social service agencies through practicum experiences. Graduates leave prepared to contribute to social justice-oriented practice, informed by research evidence and a strong commitment to meaningful, community-based change.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor of Social Work or from a Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) degree.

What You’ll Learn

• Develop advanced clinical social work skills grounded in research, ethics, and social justice.
• Strengthen the ability to make informed, ethical decisions within complex socio-political contexts.
• Gain hands-on experience through supervised field practicums in community and health settings.
• Build leadership skills for advancing organizational, community, and policy-level change.