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Bachelor of Social Work

ProviderAustralian Catholic University
Course code: UAC103202UniversityStudy area: Society and CultureCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

The Bachelor of Social Work is informed by a critical understanding of the social science disciplines and is orientated to the professional values and practices of the social work profession.

Throughout the course there is an emphasis on social justice, human rights and achieving the best possible outcomes for the most marginalised and disadvantaged members of the community.  As a social worker you will improve individual and community wellbeing by addressing challenges such as inequality, discrimination, violence and other types of harassment. An embedded honours program is available from third year for high-achieving students.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

  • Admission criteria for applicants with recent secondary education.
  • Admission criteria for applicants with higher education study.
  • Admission criteria for applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study.
  • Admission criteria for applicants with work and life experience.

Also refer to the ACU general admission criteria.

English requirement
IELTS Academic 7

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students37
#2025
Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)8 · 21.62%
21.62%
Secondary education11 · 29.73%
29.73%
Vocational pathway5 · 13.51%
13.51%
Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
<5%
International students8 · 21.62%
21.62%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

Refer to the institution course handbook.