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17 Bachelor's degrees in Social Work in New Zealand

Human Services
Work with people and make a positive impact with the Human Services course from University of Canterbury.

Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Partnerships
This Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Partnerships programme at University of Canterbury is for those who want to learn how to engage respectfully and effectively with mana whenua and other Indigenous communities to advance the aspirations of local communities and the goals of sustainability and wellbeing for all.

Environmental Policy, Governance and Social Justice
In this Environmental Policy, Governance and Social Justice programme at University of Canterbury, you will learn how to respond to sustainability and social equity issues with actionable change.

Social Action, Community and Global Development
Help solve some of the major issues we are facing globally with the Social Action, Community and Global Development programme at University of Canterbury.

Social Work (Hons)
The Social Work (Hons) course from University of Canterbury is Aotearoa New Zealand’s most established Social Work programme. This highly regarded interdisciplinary degree will engage you in both theory and practice, preparing you for a wide range of people-related work.

Society, Diversity and Change
Studying the Society, Diversity and Change programme at University of Canterbury focuses on the complex issues that form around community, identity, and social revolutions.

Social and Environmental Sustainability
The Social and Environmental Sustainability programme at University of Canterbury explores the biggest problems we face globally, from pollution and climate change to world hunger.
Applied Social Work
Our Bachelor of Applied Social Work from Northland Polytechnic is aimed at preparing you for the workplace and has a focus on how to practice in a culturally safe manner, being critically reflective and maintaining self-care strategies including ongoing professional supervision.
Social Work
The Bachelor of Social Work at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology qualification will provide you with the core professional competencies and attributes required to enter the social work profession.
Social Health and Wellbeing (Mental Health and Addictions)
Social Health and Wellbeing (Mental Health and Addictions) at Open Polytechnic of New Zealand will prepare you to work within the rapidly transforming mental health and addiction sector and beyond.
Social Work
This Social Work programme at Waikato Institute of Technology is for those passionate about social justice who want to support and empower individuals, families, and communities. Students will gain the skills to provide advice and support and learn how to advocate for individuals and groups.
Social Practice
The Social Practice programme at Unitec Institute of Technology is a four-year, full-time degree designed for aspiring social workers. This Level 7 qualification offers flexible part-time options and focuses on community development. Students gain the practical skills needed to enhance wellbeing and drive social change.
Social Work
Studying a Social Work programme from Wellington Institute of Technology will help you to develop a practice model that integrates non-indigenous and indigenous theories, models, thinking and skills, which can help to enhance working with family and whānau and more in the community.
Social Health and Wellbeing (Disability)
Social Health and Wellbeing (Disability) at Open Polytechnic of New Zealand will prepare you to work within the rapidly transforming disability sector and beyond.
Arts - Social Anthropology
The Arts - Social Anthropology degree at Massey University helps you see the world through fresh eyes. Get a unique perspective on the world, global culture, and society through.
Social Work Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
This Social Work Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) from the Eastern Institute of Technology makes a difference in your community. With a degree in social work you will be ready to help empower individuals, families and whole communities to create positive change
Communication and Social Change
Gain advanced understanding of communication's role in our world and prepare for a career as a communications professional with this Communication and Social Change programme from University of Auckland.