Course summary

The Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) is for students who have a passion for helping people and communities to address inequalities, foster positive social change and create a just society. This degree will prepare you for a career in a range of human services agencies in the Australian Commonwealth, state and territory governments as well as non-government organisations, community-based organisations and private service providers.

This degree
The UOW Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) involves a common foundation of compulsory social science subjects in the first session of study, followed by a major in Human Services. You will have the opportunity to complement your degree with a minor study area or electives from any field in the University offering cross-faculty enrolment.

What you will study
You will examine how human services are delivered and analyse the planning, funding and regulation of social aspects of human services. You will also gain practical skills through work integrated learning including placements with human services organisations.

Additional Information:

• UOW Shoalhaven Campus - UAC 755301
• Completion of full majors at regional campuses is subject to availability at time of enrolment.