Master Of Social Work (1 Year)

Academic Requirements

For the Master of Social Work (1 Year) program, the following Academic Requirements apply:

• Minimum GPA: A minimum overall GPA of B- (7) is required.
• Major GPA: A minimum GPA of B+ (7.99) in the major is required.
• Prerequisite Degree: Applicants must hold a four-year bachelor’s degree equivalent, such as Bang Tot Nghiep Dai Hoc/Bang Cú Nhân, which requires at least four years of study.

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam, the following additional information is relevant:

• Funding Opportunities: Students who are citizens of Vietnam may be eligible for funding under the Carleton University – Vietnam International Education Development Agreement.

It is important to note that transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases. Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they meet all requirements and deadlines.

For any clarification or support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at Carleton is English. For admission into Carleton’s graduate programs, you will need to demonstrate that your knowledge and use of English are strong enough for graduate studies at an English-language university.

If your first language is not English, you can demonstrate your language proficiency by:

• Presenting one of the official Language Proficiency (ESL) test scores as defined in the table below;
• Showing that you have completed ESLA 1900 or ESLA 1905 at Carleton University with a final grade of B- or higher; or
• Presenting official certification (transcripts) that you have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree at a university in any country in which the primary language is English, where the language of instruction in the relevant educational institution was English, and the language of instruction in their most recently completed undergraduate or graduate degree was English.

Applicants who present their most recent degree and transcripts from a Canadian institution are exempt from language proficiency requirements, unless otherwise required by an individual program.

Note: Letters from your universities stating the medium of instruction is English are not acceptable.

Minimum Language Proficiency (ESL) test score requirement:

* IELTS One-Skill Retake is accepted

** TOEFL MyBest Scores is accepted

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.