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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Work


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

  • 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 date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

Course Cost Information
  • Unit Fee: $1805.
  • Average first year fee: $14440.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $57760.

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.

Tuition fees 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). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

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 National

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

NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC
Queensland
Apply through QTAC
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
Queensland
Apply through QTAC

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


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