Bachelor of Social Work
| Program of Study | Course cps | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Units Complete the following units: |
174 cps | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Unit cps | |
| EDCX410 | Learning in Social Movements | 6 | |
| HS265 | Research Methods in Health | 6 | |
| HSCS478 | Working with Trauma | 6 | |
| HSMH424 | Mental Health Promotion, Prevention, Intervention | 6 | |
| HSSW100 | Social Work 1A: Introduction to the Profession | 6 | |
| HSSW101 | Social Work 1B: Development Through the Lifespan | 6 | |
| HSSW300 | Social Work 2A: Disadvantage and Service Provision | 6 | |
| HSSW301 | Social Work 2B: Interpersonal Skills | 6 | |
| HSSW302 | Law for Social Work | 6 | |
| HSSW303 | Rural Social Work | 6 | |
| HSSW304 | Juvenile Justice and Child Protection | 6 | |
| HSSW310 | Social Work 3A: Fieldwork I | 18 | |
| HSSW311 | Social Work 3B: Groups and Communities | 6 | |
| HSSW410 | Social Work 4A: Professional Skills | 6 | |
| HSSW411 | Social Work 4B: Fieldwork II | 24 | |
| IDIG101 | Issues in Contemporary Indigenous Societies | 6 | |
| LS335 | Human Rights | 6 | |
| PAIS101 | Beyond Lies and Spin: Why Politics Matters | 6 | |
| PHIL151 | Introduction to Philosophy A: The Examined Life | 6 | |
| PSYC101 | Introductory Psychology I | 6 | |
| PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology II | 6 | |
| SOCY100 | Introduction to Sociology | 6 | |
| SOCY101 | Understanding Everyday Life | 6 | |
| SOCY313 | Social Policy | 6 | |
| Elective Units Complete 18 credit points chosen from complementary units offered in the Schools of Behavioral, Cognitive and Social Sciences, Health, Humanities or Law or as negotiated with the course coordinator. |
18 cps | ||
| Total | 192 cps | ||
Suggested Full Time Course Plan
The following are suggested patterns of enrolment or pathways for candidates studying on a full-time or part-time basis. They take into account unit pre-requisite, co-requisite and timetabling requirements. Candidates can each year choose to study less than the full-time pattern or more units than the part-time pattern, but if doing so should use these suggested patterns as guides as to how best to structure their studies.
For candidates studying Full-Time = 48 cps per year or 24 cps per semester. This equates to a workload of approximately 40-48 hours per week.
| Year | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The first year of the program introduces students to broad psychosocial theories provided through existing units. This is then synthesised into two new social work theory and practice units. | SOCY100 |
SOCY101 |
PSYC101 |
PSYC102 |
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HSSW100 |
HSSW101 |
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PAIS101 |
IDIG101 |
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| 2 | The second year of the program builds on the first, deepening students understanding of the ways in which culture, policy, law, society and community influence the way life is experienced and the role of the social worker for those groups who are marginalised or disadvantaged, particularly Indigenous peoples, those who live in rural areas and/or are involved in social services. These units will prepare students for their fieldwork in year 3. | SOCY313 |
HS265 |
PHIL151 |
HSSW303 |
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HSSW302 |
HSSW304 |
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HSSW300 |
HSSW301 |
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| 3 | The first half of the third year of the program is focused on fieldwork whereby students reflect on their practice and integrate theory as part of a social work agency team. The second half of the year develops students knowledge of broader issues affecting groups and communities at local, national and international levels, focusing on social action and human rights. | Elective Unit |
Elective Unit |
HSSW310:18 |
EDCX410 |
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HSSW311 |
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LS335 |
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| 4 | The final year of the program develops students counseling and professional skills in preparation for their final practicum in semester 2. HSSW411:24 must be taken to meet AASW requirements after all other units are satisfactorily completed. | HSMH424 |
HSSW411:24 |
HSCS478 |
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Elective Unit |
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HSSW410 |
Suggested Part Time Course Plan
For candidates studying Part-Time = 24 cps per year or 12 cps per semester. This equates to a workload of approximately 20-24 hours per week.s
| Year | Notes | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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| 1 | SOCY100 |
SOCY101 |
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PSYC101 |
PSYC102 |
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| 2 | HSSW100 |
HSSW101 |
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PAIS101 |
IDIG101 |
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| 3 | SOCY313 |
HS265 |
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PHIL151 |
HSSW303 |
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| 4 | HSSW302 |
HSSW304 |
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HSSW300 |
HSSW301 |
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| 5 | HSSW310:18 |
HSSW310:18 (cont.) |
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EDCX410 |
Elective Unit |
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| 6 | Elective Unit |
LS335 |
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HSMH424 |
HSSW311 |
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| 7 | HSCS478 |
HSSW410 |
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Elective Unit |
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| 8 | HSSW411:24 must be taken to meet AASW requirements after all other units are satisfactorily completed. | HSSW411:24 |
HSSW411:24 (cont.) |