Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

079596C

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2024

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,560 / year

Next Intake February-2024

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

About

Overview

Do you want to work with people? Are you passionate about human rights and social justice?

Social workers promote the well-being of individuals, families and communities. They apply their interdisciplinary knowledge about Australian society, social problems and human needs to foster social change and transform lives.

RMIT University has been teaching social work for over 40 years, and courses continue to reflect contemporary ideas about social work and its place in a changing world.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) graduates are resilient, outspoken members of society who advocate a fairer world for all. In your Honours year, you will have the opportunity to pursue a topic on interest in more depth through a traditional thesis or capstone project.

You will study subjects including social work, social science and research. Field education forms a large component of the social work degree. You'll undertake 140 days of work placements within human service and community service organisations.

How you will learn

Taught by and working alongside industry professionals, you will build important skills and knowledge across industry best practice, cutting edge technology and software designed for fashion.

From the start of your course, you will have opportunities to work on real projects with industry.

During second year you will undertake a major industry project, where you will work with and be mentored by professionals at major Australian brands, such as Country Road, Myer, Sportsgirl and Target. You will also have work placement opportunities such as internships at Cotton On, and the Dior Women Program.

With access to RMIT's extensive and long-standing industry relationships, you will be able to build professional networks and connect with mentors that will follow you throughout your career.

Studying in state-of-the-art facilities at our Brunswick campus, you will learn through a series of lectures, workshops, presentations and project work. Assessment is via projects, reports, presentations, group projects, tests and practical assignments.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 70% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

Career

Graduates are highly employable in human services organisations, community-based agencies, various levels of government and increasingly in corporate and private enterprise.

Some graduates help to develop social policy; some engage in research; some assist communities develop their own services; and some provide services to individuals and families. In a social work career, there are ample opportunities to pursue different specialisations and interests.

With a working knowledge of social science, research and social work, graduates are eligible for a wide range of human services or community jobs in areas such as:

child protection
dispute mediation and industrial relations
health services and hospitals
human resource management
policy and advocacy work
community development projects
program and organisational development
immigration advice and referral centres
federal and state government departments (Centrelink, Department of Human Services)
youth and family services.

Possible job titles include social worker, counsellor advocate, case manager, child protection officer, human resource manager, social policy officer, policy adviser, community worker, community development manager and mediator.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,560

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Follow this step-by-step guide on how to apply to RMIT as an international student.

Step 1. Find a course

Step 2. Check the entry requirements

Step 3. Collect required documents

Step 4. Submit your application

RMIT is one of Australia’s leading universities, located in the heart of Melbourne.

It’s a great place to study, and there are courses to suit everyone.

Our website lists all of the courses on offer so you can discover options in your field of interest.

When you find a course, check that you meet the entry requirements. If you don’t qualify for that course, explore RMIT’s pathway programs. They can help you get on the path to the qualification you want.

Once you’ve chosen your course, it’s time to apply! Get all your documents together,

including your academic records and passport, and proof of English proficiency. If you don’t have everything you need now, you can still apply and submit them later.

To submit your application online, visit our website and find your course. Click the apply button and follow the prompts.

Our admissions team will assess your application and if you are successful, will send you a letter of offer. The time frame for this varies based on the course you apply for and the selection process, so it might not happen the very next day.

What’s next? Once you accept the offer and pay your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of enrolment. You can use this document as part of your visa application.

If you need advice, contact the friendly staff at Study@RMIT. We have lots of information that will help you plan your move to Melbourne and start life as an international student at RMIT.

We look forward to seeing you in Melbourne!