Overview

Do you want to work with people? Are you passionate about human rights and social justice?

Social workers promote the well-being of individuals, families and communities. They apply their interdisciplinary knowledge about Australian society, social problems and human needs to foster social change and transform lives.

RMIT University has been teaching social work for more than 40 years, and courses continue to reflect contemporary ideas about social work and its place in a changing world.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) graduates are resilient, outspoken members of society who advocate a fairer world for all. In your Honours year, you will have the opportunity to pursue a topic on interest in more depth through a traditional thesis or capstone project.

You will study subjects including social work, social science and research. Field education forms a large component of the social work degree. You'll undertake 140 days of work placements within human service and community service organisations.

Why study social work at RMIT?

Research links

Our Social and Global Studies Centre promotes debate on key areas of social change and policy.

Community connections

Undertake field placements in prominent community service organisations.

Fully accredited

This course is fully accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers.