Canada · Fall 2027 part-time advanced standing to third year
TMU Social Work advanced-standing statement of intent
TMU's 500–700-word Social Work statement belongs to the part-time advanced-standing route into third year. It asks why the applicant chose TMU, why Social Work, and why this is the right time. The route also requires evidence of relevant paid experience, a résumé, employer letters, and two references; it is not a general first-year BSW essay.
Writing format
500–700-word statement answering why TMU, why Social Work, and why now
What to prepare
- 1Answer why Social Work through a specific experience or observation that shaped the kind of practice you want to pursue.
- 2Explain why TMU's part-time advanced-standing route fits your previous study and relevant professional experience.
- 3For why now, connect your current readiness and goals to the timing of entering the third year rather than repeating your résumé.
How to approach the writing
- Organize the 500–700 words around TMU's three questions so each receives a direct answer.
- Upload the statement as a PDF and keep the résumé, employer confirmations, and references in their separate checklist items.
Before you submit
The Fall 2027 non-academic deadline is February 1, 2027 or ten business days after applying, whichever is later. Confirm that you qualify for the part-time third-year advanced-standing category; other BSW entry routes use different requirements.
Read TMU Social Work undergraduate admissions ↗Official source checked 2026-09-25.