Overview

The purpose of this qualification in Social Work from University of Johannesburg is to equip students with the knowledge and skills and (the acquisition of) values to practise social work in South Africa and in a changing regional and global context.

Key facts

The successful completion of the qualification will enable you to be registered with the SA Council for Social Service Professions and practice as a social worker.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work
Social Work Internship
Psychology
Sociology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2028-02-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

572 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Social Work View 9 other Bachelors in Social Work in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Final School results
Valid Passport or Identity Document or Birth Certificate
Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)
Provide proof of a non - refundable Application Fee R200.00

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

52730 ZAR / year

≈ 52730 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

34950 ZAR / year

≈ 34950 ZAR / year

Additional Details

R34 950.00 - R48 270.00

International : Tuition + additional international levies R17 780.00
SADC & African countries: Tuition + international levies R2 090.0

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

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