Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work
An internationally recognised social work program.
What you’ll study
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work is a combined undergraduate coursework degree that allows you to hone your analytical skills, think independently, and form and articulate judgements based on argument and evidence. It also provides you with the capacity to transfer knowledge and skills across different social contexts.
You will complete a major from the Arts and Social Sciences disciplinary pool, along with an additional minor in Sociology or Social Policy (or a minor or major from the disciplinary pool or the shared pool if you elected to take Sociology as your first major).
Additionally, you will complete units from the Open Learning Environment, and any elective units as needed to make up the required credit points for the degree.
After completing the Bachelor of Arts requirements, you will then complete core units from the Bachelor of Social Work
Professional practice
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Work candidates must complete work-based placement in Year 4 and Year 5. Field education is a core component of our Social Work program.
Field education learning expectations are developed across the program and aim to develop values, skills and knowledge for levels from beginner to a practitioner capable of meeting the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Practice Standards.
Mandatory work hours
This course requires you to complete the following number of work hours:
980 Total hours
Fees
Year 1
Indicative amount to complete the first 48 credit points
*How this is calculated
Admission criteria
Qualifications
Mandatory for course entry
Secondary or tertiary qualification
A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
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Inherent requirements
Key consideration
Inherent requirements are the essential tasks and activities necessary to be able to achieve the core learning outcomes of a course.
Before applying, it is important for you to read and fully understand the inherent requirements for this course.
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English language requirements
Mandatory for course entry
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How to apply
Submit application
Domestic applications |
Please refer to the UAC website. |
International applications |
Closing dates Semester 1 - 15 January of the commencing year UAC applicants should refer to the UAC website. |