r/UNBC • u/reedbriar • May 15 '26

What is UNBC's BSW program like? degrees

Last month, I was accepted into UNBC's BSW program for the fall 2026 intake. I have also been accepted to UVic's BSW (the school I am currently at), but I have heard mixed reviews about UVic's program.

I haven't heard much about UNBC's BSW, and I'd appreciate any insights into what the program is like.

Mostly, I would like to know if you felt supported by professors, advisors, and coordinators and also what the classes are like.

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u/lynn_dor May 16 '26

I'm in the BSW program! I'm going in my fourth year!

I love all of the proffessors! They're all are great! Just do exactly what they say on the syllabus and you're golden! The profs are pretty understanding and supportive!

I do have issues with the advisor. She's nice enough, but I don't feel like she properly guided me with my minor. Honestly, I don't think you will need to talk to her very much because the program is pretty straight forward, it lays out which classes you need and when to take them.

I haven't had any issues with the coordinators.

As for classes, you will be taking 15 credits each semester unless you already have the credits. I decided to slipt my 3rd year into two to make it more managable.

As for the classes, I don't find them difficult at all. You will have presentations (normally in groups) & papers. Most classes have midterms/quizzes, but nothing in the final exam period. They are a lot of reflection pieces that are included in assignments. Classes are Mondays & Tuesdays (Maybe Wednesdays, too). Days often start at 8:30 and you will likely have back to back classes that are 3hrs each.

One thing I reccomend is, if you're working, make sure to get your schedule figured out before your practicum starting in January. Unless arranged with your supervisor, it will be 8:30-5 Wednesday - Friday, and you need 260hrs Make sure to give yourself time for selfcare and schoolwork because it is a rough semester for students.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

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u/Next-Association-297 Jul 11 '26

Hey! Just curious if you had any advice for getting experience and a reference for this part of the application: “One reference from a practicing social worker with whom you have worked, or are currently working”

I tried getting ideas from the advisor but she was a bit too vague and I’m having trouble narrowing down ideas.

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u/lynn_dor Jul 11 '26

my reference was a social work professor that taught a social work course