Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
Social workers are concerned with personal and social relationships between individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities. They seek to relieve distress, redress inequality, promote social justice and participate in the processes of social change which remove structural disadvantage and create opportunities for people to achieve their own goals.
Structure
- The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) program requires students to successfully complete 320 units, which is comprised of: 290 units of core courses
- 10 units of directed courses
- and 20 units of electives.
Subjects
- Social work
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12
- Selection based on ATAR or equivalent
- Mathematics is recommended for the Psychology courses.
Recognition
The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (Ltd). Undergraduate students can join the Australian Association of Social Workers (Ltd) as an associate member and become a full member when they graduate.
Study pathways
Graduates of the Diploma of Community Service Work, Diploma of Community Services (Alcohol, other drugs and mental health) and Diploma of Youth Work may be eligible for up to 70 units credit.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Callaghan | International: $137,920 | No |
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| Ourimbah | International: $137,920 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Callaghan.
Fees are indicative and subject to variation. Overall program fee may vary based on course selection. Other costs may include placement uniforms, cost of travel to/from placements and out of area accommodation if required.
Campuses: Ourimbah.
Fees are indicative and subject to variation. Overall program fees may vary based on course selection. Other costs may include placement uniforms, cost of travel to/from placements and out of area accommodation if required.
