The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) / Bachelor of Social Sciences is a five-year double degree when studied full-time. The program prepares you to improve lives by working directly with vulnerable individuals and driving political change. Discover how social workers and social scientists shape genuinely transformative experiences for us all.   

Build experience across diverse human services such as mental health, social work counselling, community work, sociology, psychology, and working with Indigenous communities.?You’ll also analyse and understand myriad political, international, social, environmental, and economic challenges using social research skills and real-life experience.? 

Experience practical and theoretical classes under direct guidance from industry professionals and current social workers. In addition to two social work placements, you’ll have opportunities for social science projects and internships in Australia and overseas.?Graduate with real connections, real experience, and skills accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers. ?

Key features

Practical experience, here and overseas? 
Work experience is essential to learning and experiencing the world beyond the classroom. This degree includes two social work field placements and opportunities for social science internships and international projects. You’ll gain distinct experience working in metropolitan and rural Australia or in one of our partnering countries overseas.?

Purpose-driven community?
Become part of a collective dedicated to resolving personal, local, and global challenges. Diverse classmates, teachers, researchers, and practitioners support your goals and share knowledge. Dive deeper into the social work and social science areas where you’re driven to have the most impact.

Research for your future? 
Social work careers evolve with society’s changing needs. With advanced research and analysis skills, your professional development can adapt to future changes with confidence. In your final year, you’ll produce a thesis or advanced professional portfolio based on your independent research.?? 

Accreditation?? 
Empower yourself with an education that meets formal accreditation standards. Upon graduation, you’ll meet the benchmarks set by the Australian Association of Social Workers (the professional body for social workers) and be eligible for their membership