Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

As a social worker, you'll provide support and assistance to people and families in need. La Trobe's Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) gives you the clinical knowledge and hands-on skills to launch your career.

You'll learn from world-renowned academics about promoting human rights and the importance of social justice. Our diverse range of subjects provide foundations in both psychology and sociology. Two 14-week placements enable you to put your knowledge and skills into practice and gain professional experience within leading health and welfare organisations in Victoria.

You'll learn:

• Sociology and society
  • Discover the cultural changes that shaped Australian society and how individuals connect with each other.
• Introductory psychology
  • Study they key areas of psychology and explore how diverse contexts affect individuals in different ways. Discover how your brain helps to create your behaviour, and how your brain and behaviour change across your lifespan.
• Human services
  • Explore the values, ethics and practice of social work and human services.
• Social work and inequality
  • Study the issues of inequality and their impact on people's wellbeing.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 - Bachelor Degree Honours.

Career outcomes

Graduates can find employment in private industries and the public sector, including:

• Community health centres and hospitals
  • Work alongside other health professionals to provide practical support, counselling, information and emotional support to clients.
• Government departments and non-government agencies
  • Provide case management, counselling and advocacy for clients, including children and families.
• Mental health and disability services
  • Provide recovery-oriented practice and support, advocate for policy changes, raise awareness on social issues and connect clients with human services.

Professional recognition

How to apply

Apply now or ask us a question if you need more help. You can also call us on +61 3 9627 4805.

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