Bachelor of Social Work (BSocWk)
Information valid for students commencing 2012
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2012)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2012
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
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.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
School of Social Work and Human Services
Email: swahs@social.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
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 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
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 UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries 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?
Social work is a personally rewarding career for those who have an interest in working with people, and in addressing social and community issues and problems. Social work and social policy play vital roles in contemporary Australia, as issues such as unemployment, an ageing population and economic uncertainty impact on our society.
Often people find themselves facing the complexities of our society and sometimes need support and assistance in resolving problems. Social workers play a key part in developing a society based on social justice, and in redressing situations that disadvantage people. Social workers aim to stimulate action to change the social circumstances of individuals and groups who are disadvantaged. They also work to alleviate personal pain and distress, and provide direction for individual development and control over life situations.
What you can study
In first year, students explore various social science disciplines, including anthropology, sociology, psychology, government, economics and philosophy. Students are also introduced to welfare and social issues in Australian society. Second year studies develop a secure foundation of knowledge and skills related to social work practice, and explore professional and ethical values. In both third and fourth years, students spend several months working in an agency setting under professional supervision. Students develop specialised knowledge of organisations and skills in social work practice, and begin to articulate their own framework for professional practice.
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
Compulsory Placement Course
Students are required to complete 980 hours of supervised placement over two semesters, 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 are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing the placement. Students can apply for a Blue Card through the field placement office in the School of Social Work and Applied Human Sciences. All students attending placement will be provided with a Field Placement hand book prior to the commencement of their placement.
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage of specific courses in the program.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
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.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001964F
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
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
Graduates are equipped for employment in many areas of social welfare and human services, including:
# Medical social work
# Community development
# Aboriginal affairs
# Mental health
# Community health
# Private enterprise
# Correctional services
# Social security
# Family and child welfare
# The ageing community
# Industrial welfare
# Women¿s issues
# Youth work
# Welfare and community planning, development and administration
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- 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.
A student is required to obtain #64 comprising either:
Refer to BSocWk rules for further information.
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.
