📖Introduction

Yukon University, located in Canada's Yukon territory, is a unique institution committed to providing education and research opportunities rooted in northern perspectives and Indigenous knowledge. Yukon University offers a wide range of programs, including arts, sciences, business, health, trades, and Indigenous governance. The university's focus on northern research, experiential learning, and collaboration with Indigenous communities and local organizations creates a rich and meaningful educational experience. With its strong ties to the Yukon community and dedication to northern scholarship, Yukon University plays a vital role in advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable development in the region.

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📚About the Program

Bachelor’s in Social Work at Yukon University

Yukon University offers, in partnership with the University of Regina, a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. The University of Regina grants the degree and the program is accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education. The BSW program provides students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, values, and skills necessary to practice social work in northern and remote communities. Particular attention is given to the social needs, values and aspirations of Yukon First Nations. The program uses practicums and a cultural camp to further enhance the educational experience. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Social Work
Core
SW 200 - Introduction to Social Work Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SW 346 - Social Work Practice 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SW 347 - Social Work Practice 2
SW 352 - Cultural Camp
SW 389 - Cultural Competence for Northern Social Work Practice
SW 390 - Communication Skills in Social Work Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SW 414 - Child Welfare Practice
SW 421 - Human Development in a Social Context
Program Elective: one required

First year
Core
SW 451 - Social Work Research Online/Video
SW 469 - Social Policy
Field Course

Second year
Core
SW 348 - Social Work Practicum 1

Third year
Core
SW 448 - Social Work Practicum 2 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
Social Work Open Electives

Fourth year
Core
SW 411 - Abuse and Violence Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SW 412 - Mental Health Services
SW 416 - Social Work and Older Adults Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SW 417 - Substance Abuse: Impacts and Interventions
SW 437 - Social Work with Families
SW 479 - Social Work and Disability Issues
SW 486AA - Social Work Research Project

English Electives
Elective
ENGL 100 - Academic Writing and Critical Thinking Online/Video, Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ENGL 101 - Introduction to the Study of Literature Whitehorse (Ayamdigut), Online/Video
ENGL 205 - Literary Representations of the Natural World
ENGL 206 - Introduction to the Short Story
ENGL 220 - The North in Canadian Literature
ENGL 230 - Indigenous Narratives Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)

Psychology Electives
Elective
PSYC 100 - Introduction to Psychology 1 Online/Video
PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology 2
PSYC 203 - Social Psychology
PSYC 204 - Abnormal Psychology Online/Video

Sociology Open Electives
Elective
SOCI 100 - Introduction to Sociology Online/Video, Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SOCI 103 - Canadian Society

University Studies Open Electives
Elective
ANTH 101 - Biological Anthropology Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ANTH 102 - Survey of World Prehistory
ANTH 103 - Anthropological Archaeology
ANTH 140 - Introduction to the Fields of Anthropology Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ANTH 221 - Subarctic Archaeology
ATHA 101 - Introduction to Native Languages I
ATHA 102 - Introduction to Native Languages 2
BIOL 101 - Ecology, Evolution and Diversity Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
BIOL 102 - Cellular Biology and Physiology
BIOL 210 - Introduction to Northern Botany
BIOL 220 - Ecology Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
BIOL 225 - Ornithology - Introduction to the Biology of Birds
BIOL 290 - Beringia: Its Pleistocene Environment and Paleoecology
CHEM 110 - The Structure of Matter Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
CRWR 201 - Introduction to Creative Writing 1
CRWR 202 - Introduction to Creative Writing 2
ECON 100 - Introduction to Microeconomics Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ECON 101 - Introduction to Macroeconomics
ENST 200 - Environmental Perspectives Online/Video
ENST 201 - Environmental Ethics
ENVS 100 - Introduction to Environmental Science 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ENVS 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science 2
ENVS 225 - Environmental Change and Fish and Wildlife Health Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
FNST 140 - Preservation of Traditional Knowledge
GEOG 101 - Introduction to Physical Geography 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
GEOG 102 - Introduction to Physical Geography 2
GEOG 290 - Climate Change and the Circumpolar World
HIST 135 - Canadian History to 1867
HIST 136 - Canadian History - Confederation to the Present
MATH 100 - Single Variable Calculus 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
MATH 101 - Single Variable Calculus 2
MATH 105 - Introductory Statistics Online/Video
NOST 101 - The Circumpolar World Online/Video
NOST 202 - Social History of the North
PHIL 120 - Introduction to Ethics Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
PHYS 101 - Elementary Physics 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
PHYS 102 - Elementary Physics 2
POLI 201 - Introduction to Political Thought
POLI 230 - Indigenous Political Thought Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
SOCI 209 - Society, Technology and Values Online/Video
SOCI 227 - Research Methods in the Social Sciences
THEA 200 - Introduction to Acting 1 Whitehorse (Ayamdigut), Online/Video
WGST 100 - Introduction to Women's Studies 1 Online/Video
WGST 101 - Introduction to Women's Studies 2
WGST 240 - The Study of Men and Masculinities 1

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🏫About Yukon University

Yukon University is a unique and innovative institution located in Canada's Yukon territory. It holds the distinction of being the first and only university in the region. The university is committed to providing a diverse range of educational and research opportunities, with a particular focus on northern perspectives and Indigenous knowledge. Yukon University offers a wide array of programs spanning arts, sciences, business, health, trades, and Indigenous governance. It prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values collaboration, experiential learning, and community engagement. Through its emphasis on northern research, partnerships with Indigenous communities, and collaboration with local organizations, Yukon University plays a vital role in addressing the unique needs and challenges of the region. By advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable development, Yukon University contributes to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the Yukon territory and beyond.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

748 RMB

Tuition fee:

12,390 CAD per year

49,560 CAD in total

Insurance is 565 CAD.

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

Is this not correct? You can edit your profile or contact us.
Or see the list of programs you are eligible for here .
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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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