UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
About this program
Transform lives with a career in social work The Bachelor of Social Work is your pathway to a rewarding career creating meaningful change. Designed for those who are passionate about justice, equality and community impact, this degree gives you the skills to support individuals, families and communities facing complex challenges such as poverty, family violence, and systemic disadvantage. With a strong focus on real-world experience and critical thinking, you'll graduate ready to lead, advocate, and drive positive outcomes in a wide range of professional settings. Ranked in the top 2% of the universities in the world THE World University Rankings 2024 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities No.1 in SA in Social Work for full-time employment, learning resources, student support and teaching quality The Good Universities Guide 2025 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only Five Stars in Social Work for student support The Good Universities Guide 2025 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only This course is delivered by Flinders University.
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Course structure
- Year 1: Health and social care in Australia Indigenous studies Democracy in Australia Psychology skills Interpersonal skills Sociology In the second year
- you'll study core topics which allow you to understand complex social issues and diverse populations. Year 2: Service law and practice Human social development Social policy practice Intersectionality Practicing social work Research and Evaluation Social work theories Groups and communities In the third year
- you'll study core topics and gain hands on experience with your first placement opportunity
- applying theory in real-world settings. Year 3: Research and Evaluation Well-being and protection Identity
- self and agency Professional Judgement Mental health Field education* *A placement (period of professional experience) where you'll work in real social work settings as part of your training
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Admissions
Direct entry is available with a guaranteed-entry ATAR of 75, or with a STAT score of 150.0, or with a GPA of 4.5 or higher (for tertiary-study entry). Applicants who don't meet this can apply through Flinders University Academy's foundation, diploma and pathway programs, or via recognised prior study and work experience assessed case by case.
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