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About the course
The Bachelor of Social Work prepares you for professional practice supporting individuals, families and communities facing complex challenges. The degree emphasises justice, equality and community impact, building critical thinking and advocacy skills alongside strong real-world learning. You can study in person or online (with some on-campus intensive blocks), graduating ready to drive positive change in social work practice at bachelor level. The programme explores human behaviour, research methods, and applied psychology for community and organisational settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue diverse roles across government, non-profits, community organisations and private practice. Typical employment areas include mental health, child protection, schools, disability services, housing and homelessness, aged care and multicultural services. The course also supports pathways into policy, research and advocacy work, preparing you for impactful professional careers in sociology and social work at bachelor level. Preparing graduates for human resources support, community services, and psychology-related graduate pathways.
Living Costs in Adelaide**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,144 - 1,514 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 836 - 1,105 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 225 - 297 |
Average Salary***
