Griffith University
Bachelor of Human Services
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis degree will equip you to work with individuals, families, and communities. You'll learn about human services in Australia and develop the knowledge and skills needed to build a better future for those within your community and beyond. You'll develop a deep understanding of the principles of social justice, empowerment, and social inclusion.
Put your skills into practice with clinical placements, either at our on-campus clinics, or through our partnerships with leading organisations including Queensland Health, Queensland Government, National Youth Mental Health Foundation (headspace), and Lifeline. Learn from practising experts who are addressing key issues like youth mental health, parenting, and family interventions. Our staff maintain strong links with health and community sectors, as well as government and non-government organisations.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
Over your second and third years, you'll complete a total of 52 days of field placement in two distinct areas such as child protection, family support, mental health, youth justice, homelessness, domestic violence, and disability. Diverse local, rural, and international placements are available.- 68 University Dr, Meadowbrook, QLD
- Parklands Dr, Southport, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 67.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Human Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Career Counsellor
Career Counsellors help students and job seekers identify and pursue their ideal career path. They support their clients as they develop their inte...
Youth Worker
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
Community Liaison Officer
A Community Liaison Officer works to improve the conditions of a community or a group within a community. You might listen to the concerns of commu...
Community Volunteer
A Community Volunteer gives their time to help other people in need. You might work with a not-for-profit group, a community services provider or a...
Caseworker
A Caseworker provides assistance to clients who are experiencing difficulties in their life. You might work with people going through issues such a...
Multicultural Liaison Officer
A Multicultural Liaison Officer fosters understanding and cooperation between diverse cultural groups and organisations. You might work in governme...
Social Welfare Officer
Social Welfare Officers support people and families in the community who are struggling with issues like mental health, unemployment, homelessness,...
Youth Engagement Officer
Youth Engagement Officers run awareness and outreach programs to encourage young people in the community to improve their education, mental health,...
Community Advocate
A Community Advocate supports individuals and groups in accessing services and resources within their communities. You might work with non-profits...
About Griffith University
With social responsibility at the heart of everything we teach, our pursuit of excellence goes beyond the purely academic—to us, being truly great means truly doing good.
In all we do, we strive to create positive, meaningful change in the lives of our students, their families and friends, and society at large.
At Griffith, we believe education is for everyone. No matter their background, we strive to provide the absolute best support to help our students reach their potential. We deliver unique opportunities, made possible through our rich and varied industry partnerships, so that they can access world-class experiences and rewarding careers.
