Overview

Social workers champion eco-social justice, equality and human rights. We stand alongside individuals and communities to improve society’s overall wellbeing, especially for the most vulnerable populations.

Possible future job titles

There are many areas you can seek employment in with this Bachelor of Social Work offered at Edith Cowan University . Possible future job titles could be Community Activist, Community Development Officer, Mental Health Worker, Human Service Manager, Child Protection Officer, Policy Research Officer, Hospital Social Worker, Community Health Worker, Family Support Worker, Disability Advocate, or Counsellor.

Community Development Officer, Mental Health Worker, Human Service Manager, Child Protection Officer, Policy Research Officer, Hospital Social Worker, Community Health Worker, Family Support Worker, Disability Advocate, Counsellor

Accreditation

This course has been Accredited by Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory and Practice for Child Protection

Australian Politics and Policy

Community Health and Well-being

Human Rights and Social Justice

Applied Research Methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-23 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Bunbury, Australia

Disciplines

Social Work View 54 other Bachelors in Social Work in Australia

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 060864K

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

AQF Cert IV;

Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);

Undergraduate Certificate;

Special Tertiary Admissions Test;

University Preparation Course;

Indigenous University Orientation Course;

Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or

Experience Based Entry Scheme.

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Tuition Fees

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39500 AUD / year

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17400 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee

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Possible future job titles

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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