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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Work

No Mid-Year Entry for Domestic Applicants in 2010


Summary

Domestic Students

International Students

Available at these campuses tooltip

  • Brisbane, Queensland
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
  • Brisbane, Queensland
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

4 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

4 years

Deferment

Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery Mode

  • On Campus
  • On Campus

Commencement Availability

Brisbane
  • Semester 1 - Applications closed
  • Semester 2 - Not on offer
Strathfield
  • Semester 1 - Applications closed
  • Semester 2 - Not on offer
Brisbane
  • 11-Feb-2013, 03-Feb-2014, 02-Feb-2015, 20-Jul-2015
Strathfield
  • 11-Feb-2013, 03-Feb-2014, 02-Feb-2015, 20-Jul-2015

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $5648 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: 2165.00
  • Average first year fee: 17320.00
  • Estimated Total Cost: 69280.00

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. Fees are reviewed annually.

Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.

Credit Points

320

320

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply to relevant state Tertiary Admissions Centre.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:

New South Wales
Assumed knowledge: For Mathematics major or minor: Mathematics (other than General Mathematics).
Recommended studies: For Visual Arts major or minor: Visual Arts.

Queensland
Prerequisites: English (4, SA)

Admission Requirements Honours Degree

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply directly to ACU

To be eligible to apply for admission to the Honours degree a student must satisfy the admission requirements set out in the rules for Honours in the relevant single degree.

Applicants require the equivalent of Australian Year 12 certificate and an overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with minimum scores of 6.0 in speaking and writing, and 5.5 in listening and reading).

How to Apply

Brisbane, Queensland
Apply through QTAC
(not offered)
Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
Apply through UAC
(not offered)
International Students Apply Now
International students undertaking an Australian Year 12 qualification should apply through the relevant tertiary admissions centre:
NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC
(not offered)
Queensland
Apply through QTAC
(not offered)

Description

The aim of the dual degree program is to provide an education in social work that is informed and enriched by a critical understanding of the liberal arts and oriented to the professional values and practice of the social work profession.


Career Paths

  • Administration and policy positions
  • Community organizations
  • Community services
  • Corrective services
  • Health
  • Policy formation
  • Political science
  • Program planning
  • Rehabilitation
  • Social action
  • Social administration
  • Social service
  • Social work
  • Sociology

Professional Recognition

All graduates of the program are eligible for membership of the AASW.


Pathways to Further Study

An honours degree in arts or social work is available for high-achieving students.


Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students