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Lakehead University's School of Social Work delivers a generalist undergraduate degree with a northern focus.
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YOUR STUDIES
SOWK 1100 - Introduction to Social Welfare; all other first-year courses are electives.
Concentrations (Thunder Bay): Indigenous Learning, Gender & Women's Studies. Double-degree options: Gerontology, Indigenous Studies, Women's Studies
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
full time or part time
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Yes
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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English (ENG4U)
Minimum 70% overall average (top 6 Grade 12 U/M courses); higher averages may be required where demand exceeds spaces. No published cut-off.
Required
Separate application required for entry to the professional years (Year 3); deadline December 10, 2026.
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Two field placements (Years 3 and 4) totalling 110 days under a qualified social work supervisor.
CAREER PATHWAYS
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Family Counsellor, Crisis Intervention Worker, Case Manager, Child and Youth Advocate, Medical Social Worker, Addictions Counsellor, Probation/Parole Officer, Community Development Worker, Mental Health Worker, Trauma Counsellor
Fully accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE).
TUITION & FEES
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$6,104.20 CAD
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