University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is a four-year degree when studied full time, with an integrated honours component. Becoming a social worker is a genuinely transformative experience. Not only will you be able to significantly change and enhance others’ lives, but you’ll also be actively shaping happier, healthier relationships and communities.
This bachelor’s degree focuses on the very real and very important outcomes of social work – giving you the practical skills to make a difference, with direct guidance from industry professionals and current social workers. You’ll gain experience across diverse human services such as mental health, social work counselling, community work, sociology, psychology, and working with Indigenous communities.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
2023 Lowest Selection Rank: 1
80
2023 A levels: 2
13
2023 IB Diploma: 3
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g., NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Academic version, IELTS Indicator and IELTS UKVI only
7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)
TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet-Based Test) - including TOEFL iBT Home Edition
94 overall (min. 25 in writing, 23 in reading, listening, and speaking)
2023 Lowest Selection Rank: 1
70
2023 A levels: 2
13
2023 IB Diploma: 3
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g., NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Academic version, IELTS Indicator and IELTS UKVI only
7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)
TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet-Based Test) - including TOEFL iBT Home Edition
94 overall (min. 25 in writing, 23 in reading, listening, and speaking)
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$60,560
$158,400
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Healthcare Social Worker
Healthcare Social Workers are registered professionals who work with hospital patients and people suffering from cancer and chronic disease. They h...
Hospital Social Worker
Hospital Social Workers are registered professionals who work with hospital and daycare patients, as well as their families and carers. They help p...
Palliative Care Social Worker
Palliative Care Social Workers are registered professionals who work with terminally-ill patients and people approaching the end of life. They help...
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 ...
Community Services Officer
A Community Services Officer supports individuals and families in accessing essential services and resources. You might work with non-profits, gove...
Community Development Officer
Community Development Officers are employed by government organisations and non-profits to develop and deliver community-based programs for the ben...
About University of New South Wales
Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.
The essence of UNSW Sydney is not found in our impressive facilities or beautiful grounds. It is found in our students, our staff, our alumni and our generous donors. Our collective difference reflects the unique perspectives of our people, place and purpose as we play our part in the creation of a just society.
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