Msw Programs That Do Not Require Bsw Canada

1. Is the MSW program at Renison offered Online?

Yes - except for two courses which are offered as week-long, on-campus, intensive 'Summer Institutes'. Both full-time and part-time students must attend the two Summer Institutes in order to graduate from the program. The first Summer Institute is scheduled in late August at the very start of the program. The second Summer Institute is offered in mid-August at the very end of the program. All the rest of the courses are offered online.

2. How do I apply for admission to the MSW program at Renison?

The application process, for full-time and part-time entry in fall 2022, opened on September 1 and closed on November 15, 2021. For those who apply by the deadline of mid-November, you have until December 1 to upload supporting documentation.

Applying for admission to the MSW program is a 2-step process:

First you must complete the online application, on the Graduate Studies website. NOW CLOSED
A few business days after completing the online application you will be provided with access to your QUEST student file at University of Waterloo where you will be directed to upload supporting documentation.

Detailed information and instructions for applying to the MSW program.

3. What is the deadline to apply to your MSW program?

The application process, for full-time and part-time entry in fall 2022, opened on September 1 2021. The deadline to apply is November 15, 2021.

For those who apply by the deadline of November 15, you have until December 1 to upload supporting documentation into QUEST.

Applying for admission to the MSW program is a 2-step process:

First you must complete the online application, on the Graduate Studies website. NOW CLOSED.
A few business days after completing the online application you will be provided with access to your QUEST student file at University of Waterloo where you will be directed to upload supporting documentation.

Detailed information and instructions for applying to the MSW program.

4. Do I need a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree for admission to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Renison?

Yes, a Bachelor of Social Work ( BSW) degree, from an accredited social work program, is a mandatory entrance requirement for the MSW program at Renison. If you are currently completing a BSW degree at time of application to our MSW program, you must have completed the BSW degree and your final results must be known by JULY 1 of year of entry into our MSW Program.There are no exceptions.

If you do not have a BSW degree, there are several Schools of Social Work in Canada that offer MSW programs for applicants without a BSW degree. Please go to the Canadian Association for Social Work Education website and select "Institutional Members" then "universities" to see a list of all social work programs in Canada, entrance requirements and contact information.

Alternatively, you may want to consider the completion of a BSW degree through Renison University College in order to be eligible to apply to the MSW program. We offer both full and part-time options for completion of our BSW program.

More information about the BSW program at Renison.

5. Is this MSW program considered 'clinical'?

On the About the School of Social Work webpage, in the information about the Master of Social Work, you will note it says: "The MSW program views health holistically which means that students are challenged to consider how social, cultural, personal, physiological, structural, and political implications shape individual, community, and global health experiences. Students are challenged to explore interventions that take multiple forms to address health inequities including individual, organizational, community, and policy levels."

As you may deduce from the above information, our health-focused MSW program applies an integrated approach in advancing the knowledge, skills and values of Social Work practitioners. Through the program, students engage in micro, mezzo and macro level theoretical frameworks and interventions as they critically examine individual, community and societal health and wellbeing. Students who may be interested in developing their clinical skills may be able to do so through the materials and resources provided in the class as well as through their field education experience. They may do the same if they are interested in enhancing their macro level practice skills. We strive for students to acquire the required SW competencies and gain a balanced, critical and relevant understanding of SW practice focused on health and wellbeing.

6. What are the other academic requirements for admission to the MSW program at Renison?

In order to be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:

The completion of a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from an accredited Social Work program. If you are currently completing a BSW degree at time of application to our MSW program, you must have completed the BSW degree and your final results must be known by JULY 1 of year of entry into our MSW Program. If an applicant's BSW degree is from a country other than Canada, the applicant is required to showprooffrom the Canadian Association of Social Work (CASW) that their degree is recognized as being equivalent to a Canadian Bachelor of Social Work Degree. There can be no exceptions. Further information can be obtained here: CASW: Assessment of International Credentials

Minimum 75% grade point average (GPA) in the final two years of study (equivalent to last 20 half-credit courses).

The successful completion of one full-course equivalent in Research Methodology and Statistics; that is, a half course inResearch Methodology and a half course in Statistics, or one full course which includes both. Final results must be known by July 1 of year of entry. There is no specific minimum mark requirement.

See the Academicand Non-Academic Requirements for admission to the MSW program at Renison.

7. What references do you require?

Three letters of reference: ONE ACADEMIC AND TWO PROFESSIONAL

If your degree was completed three or more years ago, and you are having difficulty obtaining an academic reference, you may submit a third professional reference.

An applicant selects three individuals who have current knowledge (preferably within the last two years) of the candidate's potential for undertaking graduate studies in Social Work.

Academic Reference:must be from a course instructor with whom you have taken a class/classes within the last three to four years.

Professional Reference: must be fromanyof the following three sources:

Work source: Director, employment supervisor, practicum supervisor.
Voluntary source: A representative from a voluntary board, organization, or group with whom the applicant has volunteered
Professional source (from a professional perspective): Social worker, physician, nurse, psychologist, psychiatrist, chaplain, or similar community-based professional

While we would like to have professional references from individuals in different organizations, we understand that many applicants many only have worked in one agency/organization or it may be many years since you have worked in another agency/organization.

If you do get your professional references from individuals within the same agency/organization, please try to have them speak to different aspects of your suitability and capacity to undertake graduate level social work education. You will not be penalized in the application process for having references from individuals in the same agency/organization.

References are confidential, not available to applicants, used only for admission purposes, and are kept on file for those accepted.

Contact your referees before you apply online to confirm their availability and email address.
Your referees will receive an email from the Graduate Studies Office (GSO) within two to three business days after your application has been submitted
GSO will send your referees two email reminders to complete the form within 14 days of the due date listed on the form.
Reference forms do not expire but they are required to complete your application, and should be submitted by the application deadline for your program.
GSO only accept references submitted using their electronic form.
To change a referee, send an email to gradapp@uwaterloo.ca with the following information:

Subject Line: Referee change
Waterloo student ID number:
Program and application term:
Previous referee name:
New referee name:
New referee title:
New referee Institution:
Institution address (include city/country):
New referee telephone:
New referee email address:

To change a referee email address, send an email to gradapp@uwaterloo.ca with the following information:

Subject Line: Referee email address change
Waterloo student ID number:
Program and application term:
Referee name:
Previous referee email address:
New referee email address:

To have our reference email re-sent to your referee, send an email to gradapp@uwaterloo.ca with the following information:

Subject Line: Re-send referee email
Waterloo student ID number:
Program and application term:
Referee name:
Referee email address:

8. I don't have a statistics and/or Research Methods qualification. What can I do?

If you don't have Statistics and/or Research Methods qualifications, Renison can help!

In order to fulfill Criteria #3 above,MSW applicants can enrol in either SDS 250R, Social Statistics or SDS251R, Social Research (or both, if required). You can check the schedule of classes to find out when these courses are being offered.
If you intend to take these courses through Renison, please contactMargaret Girodat for assistance in applying to 'post-degree studies'. The deadline to apply for post-degree studies, in order to take courses in the winter term, is the end of October each year.
Please let Margaret know you are an MSW applicant and require this course in order to be eligible for admission to our MSW program .
If you are offered admission to our MSW program, it will be conditional upon the successful completion of both a Statistics and a Research Methods course. Final grades must be made available to the School of Social Work on or before July 1 in the year of entry to the MSW program.

9. What are the fees per term for this MSW program?

Tuition fees for Master of Social Work Program

Please find information about our tuition fees (charged per term, not per course), on the:

Graduate Finance Fees web page

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10. What funding is available for students in the MSW program?

Applicants who are accepted into the MSW program are not guaranteed funding.

We encourage students to investigate the possibility of scholarships, bursaries, or other awards for which they may be eligible at their home institution/organization or the appropriate government office.

All full-time MSW graduate students are urged to apply for the Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS), for any students enrolled in a graduate program at an Ontario university. Students should apply for this scholarship in the early Fall (September and October deadlines) for the following academic year.

President's Graduate Scholarship (PGS) is available for all OGS recipients.

Bursaries are available for students in financial need through the University of Waterloo Graduate Studies Officer. These are restricted to full-time students who are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) provides various types of assistance based on financial need to eligible students.

The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences also has an Emergency Loan Fund for graduate students experiencing short-term financial difficulties.

Maternity and Adoption Bursaries, as well as Day Care Bursaries are available through the Graduate Studies Office.

Other University of Waterloo and external scholarships are also available for graduate students. For more information see the University of Waterloo Graduate Studies web page.

Hilary Weston Scholarship Award

Renison University College also has a number of awards and bursaries for MSW students:

Paul Jeffery Mesbur Memorial Award: one award of $1000

The Paul Jeffrey Mesbur Memorial Award was established by Dr. Ellen Sue Mesbur and Mr. David Mesbur, in loving memory of their son, Paul. As Director of the School of Social Work from 2002 to 2012, Ellen Sue asked that the award be available to social work students and was pleased to endow the award in 2007. The award was established for full-time or part-time BSW and MSW students.

Apply for the Paul Jeffery Mesbur Memorial Award

Town & Gown Society Award: three awards of $1,000, two awards of $500

The Renison Town and Gown Society, a network of active and involved women from the local community, established three awards for students in the full-time SDS or SSW programs (BSW, MSW), and one award for students registered in the part-time SSW program (BSW, MSW). This award will be given to students who have entered university from non-traditional routes such as community college, previous careers, parenting. Applicants must show a record of community service, and some consideration will be given for financial need. Apply for the Town & Gown Society Award

Rollo/Hunt Bursary: one bursary of $500

The Rollo/Hunt Bursary was established by Mr. Harold Winterburn in honour of this daughter, Susan Rollo, and his son-in-law, James Hunt to support students registered in the SSW programs (BSW, MSW).

Please note:

please review the criteria of each award carefully
point form answers are preferred (please remain within the requested character count)
all applications will be checked to ensure accuracy
you may save your application as a draft, and complete it at a later time

Please note: To save time only apply to scholarships, awards or bursaries you meet the criteria for.

MSW Award for Excellence:

An annual award presented by the College to the student with the highest academic achievement graduating from the Master of Social Work program.

To obtain a current listing of awards and bursaries available from Renison University College please visit:

Renison University College Awards and Bursaries

11. Do you allow transfer credits from other MSW degrees?

No. All students must complete the entire MSW program in order to graduate.

12. I am a French-Canadian Citizen and my qualifications are from a French-Canadian university. Do I need to take an English language proficiency test?

French-Canadian citizens who studied at French-Canadian Universities are not required to submit an English Language Proficiency (ELP) certificate. However, we are an English speaking institution and as such you need to ensure that your English speaking/comprehension skills are at a level that you would succeed in our program.

14. What are the English Language requirements of this program?

15. I am an international student - am I eligible to apply to this program?

International students are eligible to apply to the program. All applicants must live in Canada, with an international student visa or Canadian Citizenship/Permanent Residency, for the duration of the program, as field education placements must be completed in Canada. A BSW, or equivalent, as approved by the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), is a mandatory admission requirement.

Full details for International Applicants.

16. How many student intakes do you have each year?

We admit students into our program ONCE per year - at the beginning of the fall term. The first course is conducted as a week-long, on-campus 'Summer Institute' in mid-August, and then the rest of the fall term courses start at the beginning of September.

17.How do I add my transcripts, resume, referees and supplementary information to my online application?

18. I have a special interest/would like to self-disclose my diversity - where, on the MSW application, should I put this information?

The School of Social Work seeks to reflect a diverse student population and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all ages, gender identities, cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities.

If you wish to self-disclose you may note your diversity in your Supplementary Information Form. This is purely voluntary.

If you have a special interest topic we invite you to make note of this in your Supplementary Information Form.

19. Do I need to have an academic reference?

Preferably - AND THIS IS MANDATORY if you have completed your BSW within the past 2-3 years.

However, we realize that many applicants may have been out of school for some time and are concerned about asking for an academic reference from someone who may no longer remember them.If it has been a number of years since you graduated and you are having difficulty obtaining an academic reference, we will accept another professional reference instead.

Academics are frequently asked for references from students who finished their studies some time ago. To assist you in approaching your potential academic referees, we suggest the following guidelines:

A faculty person appreciates receiving an email from the applicant, outlining: a) their request for a reference, b) the program they're applying to, and c) some indication of their plan of study or reasons for wanting to pursue graduate education in social work.
You could give a very brief summary of the course(s) you took from the faculty and some highlights of the course(s), as well as a transcript or some kind of indication of the grade they received in the course(s) and their overall university GPA.
You should also attach an up-to-date resumé.

20. I am a graduate of the SDS and/or BSW program at Renison University College. Is it appropriate to ask for academic references from faculty members and instructors from Renison?

Yes. The applications are adjudicated and ranked by external reviewers, so there is no conflict of interest for Renison faculty members providing you with an academic reference.

21. May I get my professional references from people who work in the same organisation?

Yes. While we would like to have references from individuals in different organizations, we understand that many applicants many only have worked in one agency/organization or it may be any years since you have worked in another agency/organization.

22. When should I expect to hear if I have been offered a place on this MSW program?

Applicants to our MSW program will be notified in March as to whether or not they have been offered admission. This information will be posted to your QUEST account. The three categories are – offer of admission (ADMT); waitlist (WAIT); deny (DENY).

23. I've received an offer! What do I do next?

MSW Offer Procedures - next steps
If you have received an offer for entry in 2021, please review the above 'next steps' carefully and complete the required information within 10 business days from the date on your offer letter (to be found on QUEST) to confirm your place. If we do not hear back from you within this deadline your place may be offered to the next applicant on our waitlist.

24. When does the program start?

For full-time and part-time students STARTING their studies in the summer 2022, the dates of the first Summer Institute,SWK 600R: Health, Equity and Social Justice,will be ON-CAMPUS (Monday to Friday) August 15-19, 2022

We will be following Public Health Guidelines regarding COVID restrictions, if any are in place by then. Please watch for updates.

NOTE:Advanced Reading assignments may be required. Further assignments are due during August/September, after the course has concluded. Real time interactions that are components of the Summer Institute (e.g., closing exercise), if any, will be announced well in advance.

Further details will be available in due course.

25. When does the program finish?

For full-time and part-time students COMPLETING their studies in the summer 2022 the date of the final Summer Institute will either be held ON CAMPUS (Monday to Friday) August 8-12, 2022.

We will be following Public Health Guidelines regarding COVID restrictions, if any are in place by then. Please watch for updates.

NOTE:Students are expected to complete all program requirements by August 23 at the latest.

26. How many hours per week will I be studying?

The MSW will be completed within one year for full-time students (3 terms per year).

Part-time students can complete their degree within two years of initial program entry. Final completion of the program is in line with the Graduate Studies regulations.

All graduate students must maintain continuous registration for each term of the program.

While in the program, students should expect to spend a minimum of 10-12 hours/week on each course.

Full-time students should expect to spend at least 36 hours/week on coursework. Therefore we strongly advise full-time students to limit their work to no more than 10 hours per week.

Additional program information is available on the Graduate Studies webpages.

27. How is the MSW program at Renison structured?

The MSW program at Renison is offered in both Full-Time and Part-Time format.

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program is a course-based curriculum, which includes eight courses:

Six core courses. Two of these courses are offered as on-campus one-week intensive Summer Institutes. The remaining four core courses are completed as 12-week online courses.
Two online elective courses.

And four Milestones:

Academic Integrity
462 hour practicum (see Field Education)
Field Integration Seminar (online) (see Field Education)
Masters Seminar Presentation (Capstone)

There is no research/thesis option. This program meets all University of Waterloo post-graduate degree requirements.

COVID-19 update: The Summer Institutes for August 2021 will be offered ONLINE only.

All students in the Full-Time and Part-Time MSW degree must complete all credits at a minimum 75% overall average including the compulsory and elective credits required in order to graduate from the program.

Full-time studies

The full-time component of the MSW program is structured to deliver graduate courses in three academic terms: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Full-time students complete degree requirements in 12 months and students graduate at Fall Convocation in October.

Layout of Full-time Courses

Part-time studies

The part-time component of the MSW program is structured to deliver graduate courses in a manner that is least disruptive to a student's current employment. Courses are offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms, and are sequenced. Social Work classes are scheduled in ways that should permit students to maintain some level of employment while studying for the degree. Students may complete the degree requirements in two calendar years (six academic terms) and graduate at Fall Convocation of the year in which the program requirements are completed.

Layout of Part-time Courses

29. Is the MSW program offered on the Renison Campus?

The MSW program is primarily delivered online through distance education, with the exception of mandatory on-campus participation in two Summer Institute courses of one week each. The initial Summer Institute is held in late August as the program commences, and the final Summer Institute will occur in August of a student's graduating year .

30. Do I need to attend the two Summer Institutes in the program?

Yes. These are mandatory.There are no exceptions.

The initial and final courses in the program are held on the Renison University College campus as one-week summer block courses offered in Summer Institutes. The initial course is held in late August while the final course will occur in August of a student's graduating year.You will only be allowed to stay in the program if you have attended the first Summer Institute - and you will only be allowed to graduate from the program if you attend the second Summer Institute. There are no exceptions.

31. What are the field education requirements (Practicum/Integration Seminar) of the MSW program?

Field education is considered a central component of social work education because the integration of knowledge, values, and skills in the context of field education is a critical and distinctive aspect of social work education.

The field education program consists of one Practicum and an Integration Seminar; each is worth one milestone degree requirement. Milestones are required components of the program that must be passed to satisfy degree requirements. The Practicum and Integration Seminar are offered to students in the full-time program between September and June of each year. The practicum and Integration Seminar are offered to students in the part-time program between January of the first year of the program and June of the second year of the program.

The Master of Social Work (MSW) field education program provides students with opportunities for:

462 hours (at a minimum of two 7-hour days per week)* in an approved practicum in their own community or region (normally other than the student's place of employment), subject to the availability of suitable placement agencies/organizations and field instructors.

*462 hours of practicum, carried out at the minimum two 7-hour days per week, equates to 33 weeks, or around 8 months. Full time students may undertake their practicum 2-3 days a week, while part time students may undertake their practicum 2-5 days a week, for approval by the Field Education Coordinator.

supervision from an agency-based field instructor qualified at the MSW level
regular online Integration Seminars, attended by students concurrently with practicum
flexibility in the organization of practicum hours, depending upon the agreement of the agency/organization

As this is mainly an online program, students are required to make contact with potential field agencies, explore interests, opportunities and availability for supervision with agency personnel, and then communicate with the Field Education Coordinator the relevant contact information and planning that has occurred well in advance of the anticipated beginning of the practicum. Securing placements could be highly competitive so close communication with the Field Education Coordinator is important to support the student's planning process, learn about guidelines and timelines of particular agencies, or health authorities and work on a few options to complete the practicum milestone.

32. Can I do my practicum in the same agency as where I currently work?

Practicums must be carried out in agencies in Canada, only. Students enrolled in the Master of Social Work program will play an important role in the planning of their practicum experience of 462 hours (minimum two 7-hour days per week).

If a student is employed while enrolled in the MSW program, it is strongly recommended that he/she select a practicum in an agency/organization different from their regular work. However, in some exceptional circumstances, the School will consider a practicum within the current work setting, providing the practicum meets the criteria for this option (refer to the MSW Practicum Manual, the section on Field Placement in the Current Place of Employment).

The following are questions a student should ponder when considering a practicum in his/her current place of employment:

How will this placement offer me significant new learning experiences consistent with graduate level expectations?
Would I be interested in this placement if it were not convenient for me?
How will this placement help me meet my long-term career goals?

To assist a student in preparing for a practicum in a different organization, the School, at the time of acceptance, requires students to inform employers of the structure of the MSW program. This will facilitate a joint planning process and the student's ability to negotiate time away from work for classes and practicum.

Some of the arrangements that may be negotiated are:

arranging a 'job exchange' with another related agency
providing suitable 'leave time'
allowing for flex time

33. Who can I contact if I have questions regarding the content of the information which needs to be uploaded onto Quest, in support of my application?

Questions, concerns, and inquiries related to the School of Social Work admission application process can be directed to:

Gwen Potter
School of Social Work, Renison University College
519-884-4404 x28665
renison.socialwork@uwaterloo.ca

Please be aware that Quest forms time out after 10 minutes inactivity. Prepare your answers in advance and then copy/paste them into the form.

34. What are the degree requirements for this MSW?

Course requirements

One Year (Full-Time) and Two Year (Part-Time) MSW degree requirements:

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program is a course-based curriculum, which includes two core courses (delivered as mandatory, on campus, one-week block courses), four other required core lecture/seminar courses (12 weeks each, delivered online), plus two elective courses (12 weeks each, delivered online). In addition, students must complete four milestones: a supervised 462 hour Practicum milestone (minimum of two 7-hour days per week), a Field Integration Seminar milestone (delivered online), an Academic Integrity milestone and a Masters Seminar Presentation (Capstone) milestone. There is no research/thesis option. This program meets all University of Waterloo post-graduate degree requirements.

The initial and final core courses in the program are held on the Renison University College campus as one-week summer block courses offered in Summer Institutes. The initial Summer Institute is held in late August and the final Summer Institute will occur in August of a student's graduating year. Attendance at both Summer Institutes is mandatory in order to graduate.

The MSW field education program requires 462 hours (at a minimum of two consecutive 7-hour days per week) in an approved practicum in the student's own community in Canada (normally other than the student's place of employment), subject to the availability of suitable placement agencies/organizations and field instructors.

Course descriptions may be found at: Course Outlines

At a minimum, and in accordance with University policy, students must obtain an average of at least a B- (70%) in aggregate on the course presented in fulfilment of the degree requirements with an overall average of 75% in the program. A failing grade in any course will necessitate a review of the candidate's status by the School of Social Work, and may result in a candidate being required to withdraw from the program.

The field practicum courses are graded on a credit/non-credit basis.

TheMaster of Social Work is a professional graduate degree program, delivered primarily in online education format.On-campus attendance is required on two occasions for one-week block courses offered in Summer Institutes.

Field Education requirements

The field program consists of one practicum and an Integration Seminar; each is worth one milestone degree requirement. The practicum and Integration Seminar are offered to students in the full-time program between September and June of each year. The practicum and Integration Seminar are offered to students in the part-time program between January of the first year of the program and June of the second year of the program. The Practicum and Integration Seminar are intended to provide students with opportunities to integrate learning in other courses into their practice through a supervised social work experience related to their learning objectives.

Students spend a minimum of 462 hours in the practicum, and receive supervision from an agency-based supervisor qualified at the MSW level. Students are expected to attend the practicum a minimum of two consecutive 7-hour days per week to reach the minimum requirement of 462 field practicum hours. Students may opt to complete their practicum two, three, four or five (7-hour) days per week. A minimum of one hour per two practicum days of educational supervision is required from the agency-based Field Instructor.

The location of the placement is determined through consultation and agreement among the student, the Field Education Coordinator, and the agency. The Field Education Coordinator is responsible for approving all practicums. Students can normally expect to undertake their field placement in their own community or region, subject to the availability of suitable placement agencies and supervisors. The student must successfully complete the practicum in order to meet the milestone degree requirement.

34. Is the MSW program accredited?

Accreditation of professional social work education Programs in Canada is a function of the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE), a national association of university and college faculties, schools, departments, modules, and individuals offering professional education in social work at the undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate levels.

Our MSW program is accredited by CASWE

35. I'M NEW TO ON-LINE LEARNING: What level of computer literacy is required - and do I need access to a high-speed Internet connection?

Both full-time and part-time students learn though interactive online courses featuring a variety of rich media and opportunities for engagement. Online delivery is provided by the Centre for Extended Learning (CEL).

We invite you to watch this short video introducing the University of Waterloo's online course management system, LEARN:

Access to reliable high-speed internet service, and good computer/internet literacy, is essential in order to have the best experience with our online courses.

Are you ready for online learning? We understand - online learning is not for everyone. Try this short Quiz which could help you decide:

Readiness for Online Learning

36. What are the computer system and software requirements for this online program?

Waterloo LEARN courses are designed to function in a variety of operating systems and web browsers. While courses generally function well in many computer configurations, please consult the following list for system and software requirements and ensure that your computer meets the minimum standards, including with respect toFlash:

Waterloo LEARN Help: System and Software Requirements

37. Can I study for this MSW while living in a country other than Canada?

No. Applicants must be living in Canada as Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents or with a valid International Student Study Visa, for the duration of the program.

38. I've received an offer - can I defer, to start the program a year later?

No. Deferrals for admission and delayed entries will not be permitted.

39. I require Academic Accommodations. What do I do?

Students who have accepted their offer onto the MSW Program requiring academic accommodations are strongly encouraged to connect withAccessAbility Office (access@uwaterloo.ca) prior to attending the Summer Institute to ensure they are prepared and equipped for success in their graduate program. Please visit the AccessAbility Officewebsite for more information.

40. I've completed the MSW program! When do I graduate?

Complete your Apply to Graduate form online, through QUEST.

The University of Waterloo holds TWO Convocation ceremonies per year - one in June and one in October. Most MSW students would expect to graduate in October, since the program finishes in August, but some, who have extended their studies for various reasons, may graduate in June. MSW students Convocate with the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences students.

See the Graduate Studies Convocation web page for further details.

41. When can I use the 'MSW' degree status designation?

Students earn their MSW degree and can use this status upon receipt of their graduation diploma. It is a matter of academic integrity that students, both current and former, correctly represent their degree program status and credentials. Students should not use designations that are not officially sanctioned by the University, nor should they use acronyms that might be misunderstood by members of the public who are not well-versed in academic requirements.

Students in master's programs should not identify themselves as degree candidates (e.g., MSW candidate) because candidacy is not an officially recognized degree program status at the master's level, only at the doctoral level.

During the program, the appropriate designation is to merely identify as a student (e.g., Master's student in Social Work). At practicum, you are expected to adhere to your agency's policy. Agencies may use MSW student, MSW practicum student, MSW intern in referring to placement students.

Given the gap between the completion of program requirements by August 31^st and Graduation Day in October when students officially obtain their MSW degree status, you may use "MSW graduand" as your status during the interim.

In updating your resume you may state:

Degree to be conferred on <indicate date> - or - Expected to be conferred - or - MSW program requirements completed as of Aug 31, expected to be conferred in October <year>

Msw Programs That Do Not Require Bsw Canada

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