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Program Requirements
The School of Social Work at McGill University prepares graduates for careers and leadership in the fields of social work and social welfare. In the M.S.W. program, students develop an understanding of a broad range of theories which inform practice, policy, and research. Envisioned as an opportunity to advance knowledge and skills, students are encouraged to immerse themselves in an area of scholarship and practice related to "Children and Families," "Social Care and Health Studies," and "Community and International Development." In addition, students investigate a subject matter of their choice in one of these broad areas of study through an independent study project or a master's thesis. Through the M.S.W. program, students develop critical and innovative approaches to practice competence and to policy analysis such that they may contribute to both established social services and to new and less developed areas of service provision.
Thesis Courses (27 credits)
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SWRK 698 Thesis Research 1 (12 credits)
Overview
Social Work : Independent research work under the direction of a supervisor.
Terms: Fall 2016, Winter 2017, Summer 2017
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2016-2017 academic year.
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SWRK 699 Thesis Research 2 (15 credits)
Overview
Social Work : Independent research work under the direction of a supervisor.
Terms: Fall 2016, Winter 2017, Summer 2017
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Required Courses (6 credits)
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SWRK 643 Research Methods 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Social Work : Quantitative methods used in social work, including data collection and analysis, critical appraisal of existing research, and proposal writing. Descriptive and explanatory designs, covering quantitative methods used in experimental studies, surveys, and in analyzing administrative data.
Terms: Winter 2017
Instructors: Roy, Catherine; Khan, Mohammad (Winter)
Prerequisite: SWRK 653.
Restriction: Limited to M.S.W. students.
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SWRK 653 Research Methods 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Social Work : Qualitative methods used in social work, including data collection and analysis, critical appraisal of existing research, and proposal writing. Description and interpretation of social phenomena, the foundations of qualitative research and methods of qualitative inquiry.
Terms: Fall 2016
Instructors: Martin, Shadi (Fall)
NOTE:
While not a prerequisite for admission, possession of a working knowledge of the French language is important not only to candidates who intend to seek admission to the Quebec professional Ordre after graduation but also to those who wish to maximize their field placement opportunities during their program. In consultation with the Field Education Coordinator, students may have the option of completing their field requirements at an approved social service agency outside of Quebec.
Elective Courses (12 credits)
12 credits of SWRK courses at the 500 or 600 level; up to 6 credits in total may be taken outside the Department.
Faculty of Arts—2016-2017 (last updated Aug. 26, 2016) (disclaimer)