UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Social Work
Griffith University, Brisbane/Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
About this program
Griffith University's Bachelor of Social Work degree. Want to help people and drive change at a local, national or global level? Feel passionate about social justice and human rights? Study our Bachelor of Social Work and be the change that helps people and communities when they need it most. The Bachelor of Social Work equips you with the tools to turn your passion into a rewarding career. You'll learn how to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities, helping people navigate complex challenges and advocating for human rights and social justice. With a strong foundation in ethics, human behaviour, social policy and programs, you'll graduate prepared to lead positive change across sectors such as mental health, child protection, aged care, disability services, homelessness, First Nations support and more. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Social Work Learn from teaching staff with deep industry expertise and experience in fields such as mental health, domestic violence, disability, child protection and advocacy. Explore key areas of social work including counselling, group work, community development, social policy, ethics, program evaluation and human rights. Gain strong foundations in human development, equity and diversity, and the social systems that shape people's lives. Flexible options may be available for those already working in the field, including recognition of prior learning or workplace-based placements. Real-world experience that prepares you for practice You'll complete two professional field placements during your degree, gaining 1,000 hours of supervised experience in the sector.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
5 terms of coursework
- Year 1: Human Services Structures, Interpersonal Skills, Human Development and Behaviour, Human Services Processes, Introduction to Social Theory, Equity and Diversity
- Year 2: Case Management for Human Service and Health Professionals, Social Construction of Welfare, Group Facilitation, First Peoples and Social Justice, Human Services Research, Community Practice Approaches
- Year 3: Social Work Field Placement 1, Social Work 1, Social Work in Health and Mental Health, Ethics and Professional Practice, Effective Disability Practice, Working with Family Violence, Influencing Policy and Legislation, Counselling Individuals and Families, Evaluation, Effectiveness, Outcomes
- Year 4: Developing Practice and Leadership, Social Work Field Placement 2, Critical Reflective Practice
- Plus 8 elective/flexible courses chosen from an approved list to complete the 320 credit-point program
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Clinical PsychologistANZSCO 272311
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Educational PsychologistANZSCO 272312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Organisational PsychologistANZSCO 272313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Completion of an Australian Year 12 (Senior Secondary) certificate or equivalent international qualification. Assumed background knowledge: Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C); Any two units of English (Band 3).
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