Social Work, Bachelor (Hons)

Social workers enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities by applying interdisciplinary knowledge of Australian society, social issues, and human needs to drive social change and improve lives. RMIT University has delivered social work education for over 40 years, with programs that incorporate contemporary perspectives on the field in a dynamic world.Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) graduates emerge as resilient, vocal advocates for a fairer society. In the Honours year, students can explore a topic of interest in depth through a thesis or capstone project, while studying subjects in social work, social science, and research. Field education is a key component, involving 140 days of placements in human and community service organisations.