Bachelor of Social Work

What to expect A Bachelor of Social Work from JCU provides you with the practical skills and experience to begin a rewarding career, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, International and tropical communities. Learn how to effectively promote positive relationships and champion a just and equitable society. You will study core subjects including social work with families and children, cross-cultural practice, eco-social justice, psychology and mental health. You'll benefit from the expertise of passionate educators, state-of-the-art social research technology and real-world case studies with an emphasis on sustainability and advocacy, as you learn to become a social worker in Queensland, or within rural, remote or metropolitan areas across Australia. Apply your theoretical knowledge to extensive field placements in your third and fourth years. Learn from leading social workers and build effective relationships with diverse cultures, including rural, remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You could also participate in field trips to India and Thailand. JCU Social Work graduates are confident, high-achieving professionals with the skillset to succeed in a rewarding global workforce. Graduates of this course are eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Additional information Gain credit with a Diploma qualification: Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Child Youth and Family Intervention - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Community Development - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Community Services - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Counselling - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Mental Health - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Diploma of Youth Work - 8 subjects (or one year full-time equivalent study) Apply for credit at https://www.jcu.edu.au/students/enrolment/study-credit . About JCU's Bachelors Degree in Social Work Be equipped to become a force of change in society and the lives of individuals. Understand how to balance the structures of inequality built into modern societies through your Bachelor of Social Work studies with JCU. Study Social Work and Prepare to Make a Difference Partner with JCU to gain the training you need to use your passion for justice. Learn how to promote effective relationships among people from diverse backgrounds. Develop the skills and knowledge to work with individuals, groups, families and whole communities as you study social work at JCU. Attain a world-class education at JCU and receive hands-on experience in an international context. Work with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds and build the skills necessary to bring people together, while finding equitable solutions to society's most pressing problems. Broaden Your Perspective You will work in collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to learn about the present while understanding the significance of our past. Gain a unique perspective on how social, historical and political issues have impacted our societies, cultures and the environment. Your social work degree in Queensland is nationally accredited and allows you to take part in research that matters, promoting the welfare of families and rural communities. Advocate for the welfare of individuals, groups, families and whole communities through your studies at JCU. Experience Life First-Hand with JCU's Social Work Degree in Queensland Gain first-hand experience working within cross-cultural situations. Work with issues of mental health and social welfare in the context of families with children. Develop critical insight through over 1,000 hours of hands-on, practical experience and learn how to address inequality head-on with viable solutions. Work closely with marginalised people under the guidance of experienced lecturers committed to student success. Build active listening skills throughout your social work bachelor's degree and learn how to develop strategies to address your client's needs. Learn first-hand how social support programs succeed or fail. Communicate Effective Change Be equipped to promote meaningful change with your degree in social work - your ideas can make a difference. Through your studies at JCU, you will learn to consolidate information and present it in to your colleagues in creative and motivational ways. The experience you gain through your studies will also give you the skill to empower others. You will become an agent of change, helping others take control of their lives and advocate to end social injustice and inequality in various cultural settings. Learn Innovative Solutions During Your Bachelor of Social Work Develop sound judgment and effective listening skills to assess client needs and respond appropriately. Build your abilities in decision-making and promoting constructive solutions to problems in a way that benefits everyone involved. Make a genuine difference in the lives of others where it is needed most with your social work degree from JCU. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to solve problems effectively while learning will increase your employability. Whether you want to work in aged care, with children, or with people experiencing homelessness, drug addiction, or domestic violence, you will be prepared for a successful and meaningful future. Hide additional information View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects, as well as pre-placement requirements. Inherent requirements Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment,and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please review the inherent requirements for the Bachelor of Social Work .