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Course Overview
Want to help people and drive change at a local, national or global level? Feel passionate about social justice and human rights? Study our Bachelor of Social Work and be the change that helps people and communities when they need it most.
The Bachelor of Social Work equips you with the tools to turn your passion into a rewarding career. You'll learn how to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities, helping people navigate complex challenges and advocating for human rights and social justice. With a strong foundation in ethics, human behaviour, social policy and programs, you'll graduate prepared to lead positive change across sectors such as mental health, child protection, aged care, disability services, homelessness, First Nations support and more.
Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Social Work
Learn from teaching staff with deep industry expertise and experience in fields such as mental health, domestic violence, disability, child protection and advocacy.
Explore key areas of social work including counselling, group work, community development, social policy, ethics, program evaluation and human rights.
Gain strong foundations in human development, equity and diversity, and the social systems that shape people's lives.
Flexible options may be available for those already working in the field, including recognition of prior learning or workplace-based placements.
Where You Can Study
Brisbane
Level 8, 333 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000
Student Information
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Domestic students:
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AASW
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Social Work at Griffith University has a duration of 208 weeks (approximately 4 years) as listed in the CRICOS registry.
Yes, the Bachelor of Social Work includes a mandatory work component of 1,000 hours in total, comprising approximately 29.40 hours per week over 34 weeks.
The Bachelor of Social Work is delivered at two Griffith University campuses in Queensland: the Gold Coast campus and the Logan campus, both owned and operated by the provider.
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$148,017, which includes tuition fees of AU$144,000 and non-tuition fees of AU$4,017.
The Bachelor of Social Work may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all criteria: it must be in 'Registered' status, be a Skills Level 1 qualification, have a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and its narrow Field of Education (Human Welfare Studies and Services) must align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment.
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