UTA Undergraduate students are considered to be Intended (INT) until they complete pre-BSW requirements set by the department, they are seeking a degree in. Each department has a unique set of requirements that students must meet to ensure that they are ready for more advanced level courses of their program for graduation. Once an SW-intended or SUT-intended student has completed all of the BSW requirements they will complete a Major Transition Declaration form and wait for decision for the Undergraduate Program Director.
Requirements
UTA Undergraduate students are Intended (INT) until they complete pre-BSW requirements set by the department, in which they are seeking a degree in. Each department has a unique set of requirements that students must meet to ensure that they are ready for more advanced-level courses in their program for graduation.
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Complete BSW Major Coursework: 60 hours of social work coursework including 4 social work electives enabling students to design their BSW to meet their interests.
Acquire experience through required Social Work Internship: minimum of 400 hours in practicum through split placement (SOCW 4951 and SOCW 4952) block placement (SOCW 4955 and SOCW 4956).
Select a Minor: The BSW degree allows for a minor area of study. Suggested minors offered by the School of Social Work include Diversity Studies and Substance Use Treatment.
Do you think you are ready to move from intended to official BSW major? Schedule to meet with your Academic Advisor if you have any questions regarding remaining required courses or GPA requirements, or complete the Major Transition Declaration Form today.
Melissa Cruz
Academic Recruiter
Primarily Undergraduate Admissions
Email: melissa.cruz@uta.edu
Phone:817-272-9123
Office: SWSH 203G
Darlene Santee
Manager for Recruiting and Admissions
Email: santeed@uta.edu
Office: SWSH 203U
Antwan C. Williams, J.D.
Assistant Dean of Communications, Marketing, and Recruitment
Email: antwan.williams@uta.edu
Office: SWSH 203S