Bachelor of Social Work (BSocWk)
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Please refer to: BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (HONOURS)
The Bachelor of Social Work is no longer available.
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2012
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
Additional application information
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing placements.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
Email: nmsw@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2012
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001964F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Social Work?
This program has been superseded by the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours).
Social Workers build relationships with individuals, groups and communities. Their mission to help is found in the space between an individual and the broader community. Their mission is to help and empower people to overcome particular problems, and to champion the rights of disadvantaged groups to create a fairer, more inclusive society.
UQ's Bachelor of Social Work combine score knowledge and skills in social work, social policy and research. During your program you'll learn about social work and the law, human development, professional ethics, and the principles and ideas that guide social workers.
Social workers provide support and guidance to vulnerable people, and believe in the fundamental values of human dignity and worth - because people deserve better lives.
What you can study
Develop a strong knowledge foundation in the social science disciplines during your first year, in fields including anthropology, sociology, psychology, government, economics and philosophy. Students are also introduced to welfare and social issues in Australian society
You can choose to specialise in one of the following areas: Child, Youth and Family; Health and Ageing; or Mental Health. Each of these minors provides detailed insight into social work practice with particular groups, or in particular settings
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Social Work.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students gain 1000 hours of supervised placement, meeting the requirements of the Australian Association of Social Workers. This may involve some work in vacation periods and some incidental costs.
Students are generally placed in proximity to the University due to course attendance requirements; however rural, interstate and international placements can been organised. Every effort is made to place students within a reasonable distance of their home base. In some cases placement locations will incur travel time of up to 90 minutes due to public transport connections. Travel costs will be incurred by students during this time which could result in possible lost income.
Students will be provided with a Field Placement hand book prior to the commencement of their placement.
Honours
Honours is available from third year for eligible students based on GPA and a competitive selection process.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
Additional application information
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing placements.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Additional application requirements
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing placements.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001964F
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Social Work
Careers
Many social workers practise in a variety of areas during their careers, including government agencies, child protection, drug and alcohol support clinics, Indigenous health and welfare agencies, residential care, community organisations, private practice and many other organisations, in roles such as:
- advocates or negotiators acting for people facing discrimination or unable to act for themselves
- community workers in local government or community organisations to bring about change and develop community support services
- in hospitals to help patients and their families cope with and adjust to their health conditions
- with individuals and families facing personal distress or crisis associated with family and personal relationships
- with those experiencing the loss of health or employment due to disability
- planning and management of social and welfare services in local, State and Federal government departments
- family therapists.
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This is an AASW accredited qualification. It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been determined to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS). |
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Association of Social Workers
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Australian Association Of Social Workers
Program rules for the Bachelor of Social Work
To complete the Bachelor of Social Work
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Social Work, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
