Bachelor of Social Work [B.S.W] - Bachelor [3 Years]
$16,286 /Yr On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Social Work [B.S.W]

  • The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree gives the training to advocate for social justice and help people from diverse age groups and populations resolve problems in their everyday lives for better quality of life.
  • Social workers are in demand in British Columbia, and in the coming years, employment opportunities for graduates of BSW programs will be even greater, according to the 2025 Labour Market Outlook.
  • Graduates of the Douglas College BSW program will be prepared to take on roles in health-care programs, non-profit community organizations, child welfare agencies and more to work with community groups, families, children and individuals.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $14326 $14326 $14326 $14326
Health Insurance $836 $836 $836 $836
Books and supply $1125 $1125 $1125 $1125
Total Fees $16286 $16286 $16286 $16286

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete High school graduation or a minimum of 17 years of age by the end of the first month of studies in the semester of entry to Douglas College.
  • Students hold a minimum overall grade average of 60% (or equivalent) in the final year of high school.
  • Students acquire a minimum final grade of “C” or 60% (or equivalent) in Grade 11 Mathematics or equivalent for most programs.

Language Requirements:

  • The students must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (English) in the program. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.
  • The students whose official language is not English must submit the English Language Proficiency scores like IELTS or TOEFL.
  • If the student does not meet the language requirements they can take English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) program and complete it and pursue this program.