Become an agent of positive change in diverse communities with the accredited Bachelor of Social Work. With an emphasis on social work in rural and complex community environments, the flexibly delivered course will equip students with the practical skills to work with and empower individuals, groups and communities who experience marginalisation, isolation or discrimination. In a complex world, skilled social workers are valued and in high demand. Students will be choosing a rewarding profession, with the qualifications to work in a range of professional environments.

Social workers address barriers, inequality and injustices faced by many groups, particularly those who are socially excluded. The Bachelor of Social Work is an innovative and flexible social work degree with an emphasis on rural and complex communities. Students learn online or on campus with interactive problem-based learning.

Covering the core requirements of an accredited professional social work degree, this course equips students to understand how human behaviour interacts with complex social environments and institutions. Students also develop practical skills through 1,000 hours of professional fieldwork placements in diverse social work settings, either locally or internationally. With a shortage of social workers in many countries and national and international recognition, a qualification in social work can take graduates around the world.

This course is accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and graduates are eligible to become a member of the AASW.

For more course information, visit UNE’s Course Handbook.

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