Course code: #H330
These are mandatory and all come with course.
Passionate about human rights and have a strong sense of social justice?
Deakin’s fully accredited Bachelor of Social Work will equip you to enhance the well-being of others through an understanding of policy, socioeconomic factors and social equity issues.
Social workers are in high demand, with job opportunities expected to grow by 23.2% by 2026.
Graduate career-ready with the skills to work effectively with individuals, families and communities to address critical factors causing inequality.
With an emphasis on progressive, student-centred teaching practices, you will learn the latest approaches to enable social change and improve the lives of others.
You will gain invaluable hands-on experience with 1000 hours of practice education placements in various communities and workplaces in online, metropolitan, regional or rural settings, ensuring you gain multiple perspectives.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you may be able to progress onto the embedded honours year.
Practice Education
All students must complete two field education placements, each involving a minimum of 500 hours (across at least 65 days) of practicum (field placement) in a health or human service organisation or program.
$49,425
| Cost of living | 1 person | $10,416 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $14,025 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $35,400 |
Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree.
If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.
| IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score) | Your DUELI course | Assessment outcome | Pathway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 4.5 | General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate) | 55% or higher (in the written exam) | EAP 1 or General English levels 4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced) |
| 4.5 | EAP 1 | 60% or higher | EAP 2 |
| 5.0 | EAP 2 | 60% or higher | EAP 3 English for Commerce DUELI Study Abroad Program Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication) |
| 5.5 | EAP 3 | 60% or higher | EAP 4 Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP) |
| 6.0 | EAP 4 | 60% or higher | Entry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing) |
| 65% or higher | English for Nursing | ||
| 70% or higher | English for Teaching Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment | ||
| 6.5 | English for Nursing | ||
| 7.0 | English for Teaching | 60% or higher | Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs Entry into Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health) |
Notes
Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score
You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.
If you're currently studying Year 12 or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
Year 12 prerequisite subjects
Complete foundation studies and/or a diploma program at Deakin College or one of Deakin's TAFE partners.
Australian Foundation Program: 65%
Note: Equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate.
The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs.
It aims to prepare you for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor's degree.
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