Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Why study Social Work Social workers are concerned with psychosocial problems; their causes, their solutions and their human impacts. Social workers work with individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities, and are committed to social justice and human rights. In their practice, social workers deal with diverse issues such as the personal experience of people in difficulty, working with them towards effecting appropriate change. They are also concerned with broader organisational and social aspects of disadvantage, which impinge on the experience of individuals, and they seek to bring about change at community and policy levels in accordance with the values of the social work profession. It is a challenging, but potentially very rewarding profession, which attracts people with a high level of social commitment who are looking for a job in which they can put that commitment into practice in a positive and significant way. UWA is working with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to ensure the Bachelor of Social Work meets the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards and will be applying for accreditation in 2023. About the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) The Bachelor of Social Work develops your skills and knowledge to bring about positive change and socially just outcomes in the wellbeing of individuals, organisations and communities. Equipping you with the skills to advocate for and improve the lives of individuals, families and communities. Built in collaboration with industry, UWA's Bachelor of Social Work will equip you with the skills for a successful career.

Entry requirements Admissions Requirements To be considered for this course you need to: achieve a minimum ATAR of 75 demonstrate English language competence. Note that applicants presenting with IELTS require a score of 7.0 with no individual band less than 7.0; applicants presenting with iBT require a score of 94 overall with 27 for writing, 23 for speaking, and 24 for reading and listening; applicants presenting with PTE require a score of 70 with nothing below 70. View our admission requirements for specific information, depending on your education history. Admission entry to UWA We offer a number of other pathways for you to gain entry into our undergraduate degrees if you do not meet the standard admission requirements. Learn more about our admission entry pathways. Admissions Requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency

Careers and further study Bachelor of Social Work - Further study Further study opportunities include: Doctor of Social Work Master of Advanced Social Work Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice Doctor of Philosophy Bachelor of Social Work - Further study Career Opportunities Social work requires a strong commitment to and passion for social justice and human rights. If you think you have what it takes, the employment opportunities in Australia are excellent and the demand for graduates is high, with graduating students quickly finding work in a range of fields. Careers to consider in addition to the health and welfare sectors: Aged care worker: provide personal, physical and emotional support to older people who need assistance with everyday living Correctional services officer: aid in the rehabilitation and counselling of offenders Domestic violence victim services officer: counsel, investigate and report on incidences of domestic violence Disability services officer: provide support for people in the community with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities Social planner: a pivotal role in creating liveable, sustainable communities; social planners create strategic policy and action that policy in order to meet the needs and wants of the people School based: assisting students individually or in group contexts, psychosocial education and counselling Career Opportunities

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