Program Description
The Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) in Social Work (Thesis) offered by the School of Social Work in the Faculty of Arts is a research-intensive program that emphasizes collaborative and comprehensive learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature synthesis, teamwork, and the presentation of complex ideas to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.
The program may also be taken as the Gender and Women's Studies option is designed for students who have strong research interests and are particularly attracted to feminist theories and research methodologies.
Keywords: advanced clinical practice, counselling, child and family, community-based practice, international development, advocacy, disability, aging, immigrants and refugees.
Unique Program Features
- The program is designed for students who have strong research interests and supports the development of advanced intellectual understanding and specialized research skills in an focused substantive area of practice;
- Faculty member research interests include child welfare, families, violence, sexuality, aging, social theory, social work practice, and methodology;
- The School is a member of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) and the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE);
- The program is accredited by the CASWE;
- The Gender and Women's Studies option supports the development of advanced intellectual understanding and specialized research skills centered on gender, sexuality, feminism, and women in relation to "Children and Families," "Social Care and Health Studies," and "Community and International Development."
University-Level Admission Requirements
- English-language proficiency
Visit our English language proficiency webpage for additional information.
Program-Specific Admission Requirement
- A Bachelor's of Social Work (BSW) degree with a minimum 3.2 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies webpage for additional information.
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Program Website
Master of Social Work website
Department Contact
Graduate Program graduate.socialwork [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Master%20of%20Social%20Work%20(Thesis)) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | December 15 | December 15 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.