Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) 36 months Undergraduate Program By University of South Australia |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

29,400 AUDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Social WorkMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree provides you with a sound knowledge of the political, behavioural and social sciences, and equips you with the skills needed for professional practice in the human services field as an accredited community worker, policy advocate or manager of human services.
This degree has been developed around the following four major areas of study:
  • Behavioural and social sciences
  • Human service practice
  • Human service management
  • Social policy.
You will also gain practical experience as part of the degree’s field education placement component. This is a valuable learning opportunity where you will build industry networks and further enhance your practical skills.

Program overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree provides you with a sound knowledge of the political, behavioural and social sciences, and equips you with the skills needed for professional practice in the human services field as an accredited community worker, policy advocate or manager of human services.
This degree has been developed around the following four major areas of study:
  • Behavioural and social sciences
  • Human service practice
  • Human service management
  • Social policy.
You will also gain practical experience as part of the degree’s field education placement component. This is a valuable learning opportunity where you will build industry networks and further enhance your practical skills.

Admission requirements

26+
67+
1050+
6+
50+
169+
6+
60+

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to:


- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and - Obtain a competitive ATAR, and - Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C-
Alternatively, applicants can fulfil one of the following requirements with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements, and other academic requirements for the program:
- Complete secondary education qualifications equivalent to SACE, or - Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points, or - Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or - Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above, or - Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above, or - Qualify for Special Entry, or - Complete a University Foundation Studies program

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Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

8,301 AUD
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International Students

29,400 AUD
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