Diploma of Social Work
- Fort McMurray, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A 2-year course or thesis master programme in Social Work at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Social Work can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
- Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
- And communicate findings to diverse audiences
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Social work service delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Across Canada and internationally
Curriculum
- Course route: seven courses
- A field internship
- A non-credit Pathway course and a Pathway Scholarship project. Thesis route: six courses
- Internship
- Pathway and a thesis. Requires two or three on-campus institutes of 7-10 days.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma with 60% in English 30-1; Pre-entry interview
- Character reference
- Police and child welfare checks and an applicant information package.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 86
- Duolingo 100
- PTE Academic 58
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Social Work. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Keyano College. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,140 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $107 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Clearwater Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health & Human Services |
| Department | Human Services |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 66 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Keyano College offers awards and scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Scholarships
Keyano College offers awards and scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by award.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,140 CAD per year. The application fee is $107 CAD. The deposit is $5,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 86, Duolingo 100, PTE Academic 58. An interview is required.
Keyano College offers awards and scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by award.

