Social Work, Bachelor

Social workers engage with individuals, families, groups and communities to work towards social justices and facilitate progressive change. They understand how social, political, economic, environmental and cultural factors can impact experiences of disadvantage and wellbeing. They engage in a wide range of practices to respond to social issues including counselling, case management, group work, mediation, advocacy, education, community development and social action. Social work is incredibly diverse and social workers may be employed in a broad variety of fields including health and mental health, family violence, child abuse and neglect, homelessness, substance use, grief and loss, disability and eco-social work.

Flexible delivery

You can commence this course in February or July, giving you the ability to start studying as soon as possible. If you are unable to commit to full time study we also offer a flexible learning option to complete the course within 8 years. Flexible learning option allows you to enrol in 24 credit points per semester (part-time), increasing to 36 credit points (full-time) in the placement semesters. The two placement units in the Bachelor of Social Work are each worth 36 credit points. Daytime attendance is required for the part-time periods. Some lectures and tutorials may have evening sessions and online options. 

Double degrees

Combine two bachelor degrees into a single course of study. A double degree allows you to specialise in two fields and pursue different interest areas, gaining a broader range of skills and knowledge, and giving you a competitive advantage and greater career flexibility.  Consider a double degree with the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) if you would like to work in community services, counselling and family-centred intervention, mental health services, drug and alcohol intervention, or disability services.

TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT Dual Award Pathway

If you’re worried you won’t have the ATAR or selection rank to get into the course, consider the TAFE-Queensland - Brisbane/QUT dual award, Diploma of Community Services/ Bachelor of Social Work. On successful completion of the diploma you will gain automatic entry to the bachelor degree at QUT.  This option is not available to international students.  

Graduate Pathway

If you have already completed a bachelor degree which includes the equivalent of one year (8 units) of full-time studies in social science, the Master of Social Work - Qualifying offers an shorter pathway to becoming a registered social worker.

Graduate Pathway

If you have already completed a bachelor degree which includes the equivalent of one year (8 units) of full-time studies in social science, the Master of Social Work - Qualifying offers an shorter pathway to becoming a registered social worker.