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Social Work Related Diploma to Bachelor of Social Work - Second Year Entry

Where Are You Now?

Durham College

Discipline: Social work and related programs

Credential: College Diploma (2 year)

Program Title: Social Service Worker

Where Do You Want to Go?

Toronto Metropolitan University

Degree Qualifications: BSW - Bachelor of Social Work

Discipline: Social work and related programs

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Social Work

Transfer credits / courses

26%

Semesters Remaining 6

Granted 10.00
Total 38.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Admitted students are given advanced standing to the second year of the program, and will receive transfer credit for SWP 36A/B Field Practicum at the time of admission.

 

Successful applicants are required to complete two (2) additional courses from first year as part of their degree requirements, as follows:  One (1) lower level liberal studies course, and SWP 331 Social Work Theories of Practice. 

Requirements

Graduation from a Social Service Worker  or Human Services Counselor Diploma from a public Canadian College (or any diploma from a public Canadian college that is eligible for registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers), with a cumulative grade point average of B / 3.0 or higher, and  LESS than two years accumulated, paid, full-time equivalent, relevant work experience in the social services field, is required for admissions consideration for second year entry.

 

Given the strong competition applicants will normally be required to present academic averages significantly higher than the minimum.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  College diploma applicants with two years or more accumulated, paid, full-time equivalent, relevant work experience in the social services field will not be considered and should apply to the part-time Advanced Standing - Third Year Entry option.

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

N/A

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 73%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

N/A

Program Residency Requirement

Students are required to complete all courses from the second, third and fourth years of the program.

 

Successful applicants are required to complete two (2) additional courses from first year as part of their degree requirements, as follows:  One (1) lower level liberal studies course, and SWP 331 Social Work Theories of Practice.

 

Successful college diploma applicants will receive transfer credit for SWP 36A/B Field Practicum at the time of admission.

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) will periodically review this transfer pathway, making amendments as appropriate. Students enrolled at the time of any change shall be allowed to complete their degree based on the original terms of their offer of admission to TMU.  While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar(s) is the official reference document.

Documentation

No additional pathway documentation available.

Contact / Apply

Undergraduate Admissions

Telephone: 416-979-5036

Web site: torontomu.ca/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/transfer-student/

 


Last Updated: October 31, 2024