FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Social Work

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About Social Work

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About Social Work

McMaster’s School of Social Work program places emphasis on the social structuring of individual and community problems, and on social work’s commitment to enhancing social justice and challenging oppression.

 

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Undergraduate Programs

Discover more about our Social Work undergraduate programs.

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Undergraduate Courses & Course Outlines

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Graduate Programs

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Field Education

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NEWS & STORIES

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August 30, 2023

Indigenous Studies course takes students on 10-day paddling journey down the Grand River

The Two Row Paddle is at the heart of the new, land-based course that will combine what students learn in the classroom with real community experiences. ...

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August 29, 2023

Federal government invests $22.4M in McMaster research

In addition to an investment of $18.4 million for more than 80 McMaster researchers, the university has two new Canada Research Chairs and saw two Tier 1 chairs renewed. ...

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Career Opportunities

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Alumni

Connect with alumni from across the McMaster community.

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Edwards Archway Edwards Archway

"McMaster is a great school with a solid educational foundation that really has paved the way for my future."

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Allyson Ion, PhD

"I entered the PhD program feeling very supported by faculty and staff and have continued to feel a part of the Social Work family throughout my time in the program.”

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