Education & Student Tips
The most interesting and controversial social work assignment I’ve completed so far in my MSW coursework at UBC is the Cultural Artifact presentation. It was for First Nations Issues (SOWK 510) – and it represents the first time I emailed a university instructor to discuss her grading procedure. I didn’t care about receiving a “B” on [...]
How to get good grades in grad school – I’m an MSW (Master’s of Social Work) student at UBC in Vancouver, and I’m learning how to succeed without studying 24 hours a day (and learning everything there is to know about social justice! ). Getting good grades in grad school is easier than you think. [...]
If you’re a BSW or MSW student, you probably need to do a practicum placement to complete your degree. I’m an MSW (Master’s of Social Work) student at UBC (the University of British Columbia) in Vancouver…and I’m one of the few BSW and MSW students who hasn’t found a practicum placement. I’m told that my [...]
Q: How do I write a thesis proposal for my application to grad school? A: Here’s the thesis proposal I wrote when I applied to UBC (the University of British Columbia). I was accepted into the Master’s of Social Work (MSW) program; I’m currently in my third week! If you’re worried you won’t be accepted [...]
You know it’s good to get your degree, but you can’t stay motivated to go to college. These tips are for students who need inspiration to keep going – whether they’re applying for grad school or halfway through their college degree! Here’s what M. said: “[Applying to graduate school] has been very frustrating and confusing [...]
How do you get a scholarship for college or university? By writing an excellent personal essay! This sample of an essay for a scholarship application is what I wrote for the Abbott IBD Scholarship, offered in part by the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada. The Abbott IBD (Irritable Bowel Disease) Scholarship Committee gave this [...]
Even if you’re not going into Social Work, this Sample Field Placement Request will help you clarify your career goals and point you in the right direction. I’m entering my Master’s of Social Work at UBC in September, and my goal is to learn how to be a counselor at a hospital or clinic. This sample Social [...]
Some Master’s or PhD programs are extremely competitive; these tips for applying for graduate level studies will help you complete your application and get accepted into the grad program of your choice. I’m working on my MSW (Master’s of Social Work) degree at UBC (the University of British Columbia) in Vancouver. My undergraduate degrees are in [...]
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