Bachelor of Applied Social Science

Entry Requirements Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years) Completion of NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) with an ATAR of 65 or higher (or the completion of the International Baccalaureate or interstate or overseas equivalent qualification and result) Special admission is also available for Year 12 students whose ATAR (or equivalent) falls within 5 points of the published guaranteed ATAR but have done well in subjects relevant to the course of study. Vocational Education and Training (VET) Applicants whose highest level of study after leaving secondary education is a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 3 Certificate III or higher by an authorised institution or registered training organisation for admission into this course. Higher Education Study Completion of an AQF Level 5 Higher Education Diploma (or higher) by an authorised institution. Work and Life Experience – Applicants over 21 who do not meet academic requirements If you are over the age of 21 at the time of commencement, you can apply for admission into this course on the basis of provisional entry and complete the provisional entry qualifying period to become a full candidate of this course. This is an alternate pathway for applicants who do not meet other academic requirements. International Students – Language Requirements IELTS (or equivalent) Score of 6.5 (with no score below 6.0 in any of the four skills areas). Additional Information Proof of Identity Applicants must submit a proof of identity document for every application. Accepted forms of identification: Birth Certificate Passport (current and valid) A supporting document must be submitted in addition to the identity document if an applicant’s name is different on their primary document. (Marriage Certificate or Change of Name Certificate) Applicants may be required to provide a certified copy of their identity documents upon request. AC does not accept a driver’s license or photo card as sufficient ID. Statement of Purpose Applicants must submit a Statement of Purpose (minimum 150 words) explaining why you would like to be considered for entry into this course, what relevant experience or previous study you have in this area, what your understanding of the course is, and what it is you hope to gain from studying this course. Working With Children Check (WWCC) Applicants must provide a valid Working With Children Check (or state-based or overseas equivalent) for admission into this course of study. Students will be classified as a ‘volunteer’ in Education. Students must also submit a Police Check before enroling into a placement subject.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Social Science will be well-prepared for various roles in community and social services. Career opportunities include: Counsellor, Community, Case Worker, or Youth Worker: Support individuals and groups within community settings. School, Hospital, Community, or Other Chaplain: Provide spiritual and emotional support in various institutional settings. Policy, Project, or Family Support Officer: Develop and implement programs to support families and communities. Graduates may find employment in churches, not-for-profit and mission-focused organisations, community service-orientated positions, government agencies, counselling services and positions that require research skills and critical thinking.