Bachelor of Community Services

Yes. Applicants who have completed a Diploma of Community Services or similar qualification can apply for direct entry into the second year of the degree based on the provision of a successful Statement of Results. Box Hill graduates are guaranteed a direct pathway into second year of the degree for those who have attained successful results in a Diploma of Community Services or another related discipline such as Youth Work, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Family Intake and Support Work, Community Welfare Work or Community Development.

The total course estimate is $57,212 (at 2026 rates), which includes a tuition fee of $56,016 and a Service & Amenity Fee of $1,196. The payable estimate at commencement is $18,968. Fees may increase annually over the duration of delivery and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

All applicants are required to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a current National Police Check, regardless of their entry pathway. Applicants are also expected to have competent computer skills for accessing subject resources, completing online tutorial tasks and submitting word processed assignments through StudentWeb.

The Bachelor of Community Services has intake dates in February and July each year, with the next intake on 27 July 2026. The course takes 3 years full time or 6 years part time to complete. It is offered at the Box Hill campus via blended learning.

Yes, Recognition of Prior Learning is available for the Bachelor of Community Services. Additionally, applicants with higher education or VET study may receive subject credit on the basis of their prior studies when applying for the course.