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Queensland University of Technology

Australia, Brisbane

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Queensland University of Technology

Australia , Brisbane

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

063034B

Campuses

Kelvin Grove

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines28-Feb-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 39,500 / per year

Next Intake 28-Feb-2026

Bachelor of Social Work

About

Highlights

Work towards a just society. Implement positive, effective change using culturally safe practices
Complete core units in trauma and addictions, health (including mental health), mediation, gender and diversity, community development, Indigenous rights and perspectives, child protection, youth and family practice, and disabilities, social policy, and action on climate change in social work practice
Gain practical experience through a total of 1000 hours of supervised professional placement
Graduates receive international recognition as social workers and are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and become a mental health accredited social worker
For graduates of a bachelor degree that includes the equivalent of at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences, consider the 2-year Master of Social Work - Qualifying.

Social workers engage with individuals, families, groups, and wider communities to promote social justice and facilitate progressive change. They understand how social, political, economic, environmental and cultural factors can impact experiences of disadvantage and wellbeing. They engage in a wide range of practices to respond to social issues including counselling, case management, group work, mediation, advocacy, education, community development and social action.

Social work is incredibly diverse and social workers may be employed in a broad variety of fields including health and mental health, family violence, child abuse and neglect, homelessness, substance use, grief and loss, disability and eco-social work.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum English language requirements

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

English Test	Overall	Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake	7	7	7	7	7
Cambridge English Score You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.	185	185	185	185	185
PTE Academic	65	65	65	65	65
TOEFL iBT	98	24	24	27	23

Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Career

Honours pathway

At the end of the second year of study in this course you will have the option to apply for the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). This allows you to complete an honours research project that extends your knowledge of the professional field, develops your research skills, and offers a competitive advantage in your career and a pathway to postgraduate studies.

Entry to the program is competitive and based on grade point average. On entry to the course you will retain all of the credit you have successfully completed in the Bachelor of Social Work and will complete a further two years of full-time study.

Careers and outcomes

Social workers are employed in hospitals and community health care, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health and social services, disability, child protection, youth work, criminal justice, family support and counselling, employment and legal services, refugee wellbeing, government, and policy and research.

Professional recognition

This degree has full accreditation by the Australian Association of Social Workers. It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been determined to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards.