Griffith University

Bachelor of Social Work

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Want to help people? Feel passionate about social justice and human rights - then social work is the right profession for you. On your way to a satisfying career, you will study specialized social work courses, society and social arrangements, human behaviour and development, human services provision and counselling approaches and techniques to name a few core study areas.

You will complete two 500 hour field placements in your degree. Field placements give you the chance to put your academic knowledge and skills into practice, develop new ones and sample social work practice in the real world.

Delivery mode

Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 68 University Dr, Meadowbrook
  • Parklands Dr, Southport

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement.

Assumed Knowledge

Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C)

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are:

  • A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 7.0; OR
  • an overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 65; OR
  • a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL; OR
  • an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22); OR
  • no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only); OR
  • a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)

* The ISLPR test will only be accepted if it has been administered by ISLPR Language Services, 9 Gowrie Street, Mt Gravatt, Queensland.

We will accept English language test scores from one test sitting OR a maximum of two test sittings in a six month period only if the following criteria are met:

  • IELTS (Academic): A minimum overall score of 7.0 is achieved in each sitting and the applicant achieves a minimum of 7.0 in each component across the two sittings and no score in any component of the test is below 6.5

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Qualification: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

Your entry requirements include: Successful completion with a minimum aggregate score of 26

Qualification: International Baccalaureate (IB) Career-related Certificate

Your entry requirements include: An aggregate score of 34 in a maximum of 6 IB Diploma subjects at either HL or SL

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are:

  • A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 7.0; OR
  • an overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 65; OR
  • a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL; OR
  • an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22); OR
  • no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only); OR
  • a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)

* The ISLPR test will only be accepted if it has been administered by ISLPR Language Services, 9 Gowrie Street, Mt Gravatt, Queensland.

We will accept English language test scores from one test sitting OR a maximum of two test sittings in a six-month period only if the following criteria are met:

  • IELTS (Academic): A minimum overall score of 7.0 is achieved in each sitting, and the applicant achieves a minimum of 7.0 in each component across the two sittings, and no score in any component of the test is below 6.5

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $44,000 - $132,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$44,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$132,000
Enquire with Griffith University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $44,000 - $132,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Social Work will prepare you for the following roles.

Social Worker

A social worker is somebody who helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by a range of factors, including but not limited to, physical and ...

Avg yearly income $88,400
Entry barriers Low

Rehabilitation Counsellor

A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Caseworker

A Caseworker provides assistance to clients who are experiencing difficulties in their life. You might work with people going through issues such a...

Avg yearly income $84,500
Entry barriers Low

Social Welfare Officer

Social Welfare Officers support people and families in the community who are struggling with issues like mental health, unemployment, homelessness,...

Avg yearly income $100,880
Entry barriers Low

Aged Care Social Worker

Aged Care Social Workers are registered professionals who work exclusively with people over 65 years of age and living in nursing homes, respite ce...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Family Support Worker

Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Social Worker

Mental Health Social Workers are registered social workers who specialise in mental health interventions, counselling, psychoeducation, and therape...

Avg yearly income $96,200
Entry barriers Low

About Griffith University

Since 1975, our teaching and research have been focused on addressing the most important social and environmental issues of our time. Today, that mission is as relevant as ever.

Social and environmental responsibility drive everything we do, from pioneering teaching in modern Asian studies and environmental science to our long-time support for First Peoples, social justice and sustainable practices.

Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, our degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.

With more than 55,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus, complemented by a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates.

We know the world can, and should, be a better place—for everyone. And in helping thousands of different people create a brighter future for themselves, we're doing our part to create a brighter future for all.