Bachelor of Social Work
Charles Sturt University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00005F
Be an agent of change in your community. The Bachelor of Social Work from Charles Sturt University, available online or on campus, gives you the skills you need to help people from all walks of life understand and improve their personal and social wellbeing. As a qualified social worker, you will make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, groups and communities.Social workers are passionate people, dedicated to pursuing social justice and human rights. If this sounds like you, Charles Sturt University's undergraduate social work course will provide the educational foundation you need to make a valuable contribution in rural areas, metropolitan settings or overseas communities.
Structure
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) - To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 272 points.Bachelor of Social Work - To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 256 points.
Subjects
- Social work
Standard entry requirements
Minimum ATAR 65 requirement (including adjustment factors)ORSuccessful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studiesORA completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification undertaken post-secondary schoolingOR50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualificationORSuccessful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studiesORSuccessful completion of the Charles Sturt Indigenous Access ProgramORSuccessful application via the Schools Recommendation Scheme
Recognition
Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Study pathways
Charles Sturt University frequently recognises prior learning including study at other institutions in many of its degrees. Each request for credit is individually assessed prior to the commencement of the course. Honours year is available.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubbo | Domestic: $39,976 |
| No |
|
| Online | Domestic: $79,952 International: $223,360 |
| Yes |
|
| Port Macquarie | Domestic: $39,976 |
| No |
|
| Wagga Wagga | Domestic: $39,976 International: $111,680 |
| No |
|
Further information
To meet the requirements of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), students need to complete 1000 hours of supervised field education. This is undertaken in 2 practicums in approved agencies. Every attempt is made to accommodate students in placements close to their place of residence and to tailor the practicum to suit the schedules of individual students, but such placements cannot be guaranteed.
