Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) - Specialization in Gender and Women Studies

The field of Gender and Women's Studies has transformed dramatically since its introduction to Lakehead University in 1990. Alongside women's experiences and gendered systems, you will examine elements of: Sexuality, Queer Theory, Law, Masculinity, Transnational Activism, Ecofeminism, Social Justice, Pop Culture, Embodiment, Through these topics and more, it is our goal to demonstrate how people are constrained by various ideological notions and how these notions can be challenged to facilitate equality. Our Department of Women's Studies takes an interdisciplinary approach to feminism.
As a Women's Studies Honours student you are free to combine your studies with a joint major in Gerontology, Psychology, History, English, Indigenous Learning, Sociology, Outdoor Recreation, or Concurrent Education, as well as Concentration or Specialization options with Social Work.
Social Work is a versatile and influential profession that facilitates positive change whether its working to develop social policy, assisting marginalized groups, providing counselling to individuals and families, or promoting social change. Lakehead University's School of Social Work delivers a generalist undergraduate degree with a northern focus, based on an holistic view of social work practice.
Our courses blend in-class learning with field placements, in settings including correctional facilities, psychiatric hospitals, schools, or child welfare agencies, designed to develop critical thinking, effective communication, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary skills. As a student at our Thunder Bay campus, concentrations in Indigenous Learning, and Gender and Women's Studies are available to broaden your expertise within the field. Our program is fully accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education and will provide you with a challenging and meaningful experience, applicable to a range of professional practice settings.
The One Year program is designed for graduates with an approved degree or students who have met the requirements for an undergraduate degree. This program is open primarily to personnel from social service organizations who have an approved degree and secondly to those holding an approved degree and minimal related practice experience.

Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD),
or Completion of Grade 12 and the Secondary School Diploma,
A minimum of 6 Grade 12U or M courses, or equivalent, including program specific prerequisite courses,
A minimum 70%* overall final average
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme applicants who achieve their diploma with a total score of at least 24 may be eligible for admission. Three Higher Level subjects must be completed. Prerequisite courses can be presented at either Standard Level or Higher Level. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission. Some of our competitive programs may require a total score greater than 24.

Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration. Refer to Admission Requirements by Country.)
Program-Specific Prerequisite courses completed at the senior level (e.g. Grade 12),
Equivalent of a minimum 70% overall final average (Canadian)

IELTS - Minimum Score - 6.5 (no individual score less than 6.0).
TOEFL - Minimum Score for Internet Based Test (iBT) - 80 (no component score less than 19).
Minimum Score for Computer Based Test (cBT) - 213 (no component score less than 17.
Minimum Score for Paper Based Test (pBT) when Speaking is present - 550 (no component score less than 50.
DuoLingo English Test - Minimum Score: 110
The revised pBT is not accepted as Speaking is no longer a category.