Course overview
Social Work Diploma is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in medicine & health sciences at Medicine Hat College in Medicine Hat, Canada. It takes 2 years full-time, with practicum, with intakes in September.
Medicine Hat College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Medicine Hat College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Medicine Hat, Canada |
| Course | Social Work Diploma |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Medicine & Health Sciences |
| Duration | 2 years full-time, with practicum |
| Tuition per year | C$20,026 (≈ ₹13.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60, TOEFL iBT 86 or Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Social Work Diploma?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$20,026 a year, about ₹13.4 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$40,052 (≈ ₹26.8 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Year 1 international tuition, 2026/27 estimate (Year 2: CAD 17,459). Mandatory fees including health and dental (about CAD 1,470–1,620 a year) and books are extra; 2027/28 rates not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Regular bedroom (Golfview or Couleeview), 2026/27 | C$2,670per semester | ≈ ₹1.8 lakh |
| Large bedroom (Golfview), 2026/27 | C$2,895per semester | ≈ ₹1.9 lakh |
| Large renovated bedroom (Golfview), 2026/27 | C$3,245per semester | ≈ ₹2.2 lakh |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Physician associate
- Clinical research associate
- Research scientist (medical)
- Medical science liaison
- Health service manager
- Health improvement practitioner
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Pfizer
Novartis
Roche
GSK
AstraZeneca
Johnson & Johnson
Sanofi
IQVIA
Bupa
HCA Healthcare
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Medicine Hat College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Applicants must be 18 or older by the programme start date and have completed high school (Class 12 for Indian students). Programme requirements are set out in MHC's international programme chart and planning guides; requirements by country are on its supporting documents page.
- Apply through ApplyAlberta (CAD 125 non-refundable fee). For Fall 2027, applications open on 1 October 2026 and the international deadline is 14 May 2027 (3 May for competitive programmes).
- After acceptance, pay CAD 15,000 within 21 days: a CAD 5,000 deposit (refundable only if your study permit is refused) plus a CAD 10,000 tuition instalment.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60, TOEFL iBT 86 or Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (no band below 6.0) for most programmes; 6.5 for health and social programmes; 7.0 (no band below 7.0) for practical nursing |
| PTE | 54 (general), 60 (intermediate) or 64 plus a spoken exam (advanced) |
| TOEFL iBT | 79, 86 or 92 (23 in each section) depending on the programme |
| Duolingo | 105, 120 or 130 depending on the programme |
| Waiver | India is not on MHC's list of English-exempt countries. Two years of full-time English-medium post-secondary study in an exempt country, or a Canadian diploma or degree, can exempt you |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Official Class 10 and 12 marksheets and any post-secondary transcripts, sent directly by the issuing body
- Passport copy
- English proficiency results, if required
- Proof of study permit by 15 August 2027 (Fall 2027 entry)
About Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat College (MHC) is a public college in south-eastern Alberta, with a main campus in Medicine Hat and a smaller campus in Brooks, about 100 km away. It has just over 2,000 full-time students and offers more than 40 certificate, diploma, applied degree and university transfer programmes. All its academic credit programmes are designated for international students.
For Indian students, the main options are two-year diplomas in information technology, business administration, engineering design, power engineering, practical nursing and pharmacy technician, and one-year post-diploma accounting certificates. MHC's international programme chart marks which programmes include a practicum and which align with the PGWP, so check it before you apply. First-year international tuition is about CAD 15,400–27,200 in 2026/27.
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- Business Administration Diploma – Accounting2 years full-time (common first year, then the accounting major) · C$15,918 / year
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- Pharmacy Technician Diploma2 years full-time, with practicum · C$23,501 / year
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FAQs
What is the fee for Social Work Diploma at Medicine Hat College?
The tuition for international students is C$20,026 a year (about ₹13.4 lakh). Year 1 international tuition, 2026/27 estimate (Year 2: CAD 17,459). Mandatory fees including health and dental (about CAD 1,470–1,620 a year) and books are extra; 2027/28 rates not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Social Work Diploma?
The course takes 2 years full-time, with practicum.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60, TOEFL iBT 86 or Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
- Medicine Hat College: Social Work Diploma (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: International Program Cost Estimates 2026-27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: International programme chart 2026 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: Study at MHC (international) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
