Deakin University - Geelong Waterfront
Deakin University - Geelong Waterfront

1 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Bachelor of Social Work (015207F)

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Students who are passionate about human rights and have a strong sense of social justice, this is the perfect course to begin their journey towards a rewarding career in social work. Deakin University's Bachelor of Social Work equips students with the knowledge and skills to enhance the wellbeing of others through an understanding of policy, socioeconomic factors and social equity issues. Gain the skills to work effectively with individuals, families and communities to address key factors causing inequality.

This course will empower students to become an enabler of positive social change, helping them to improve the quality of life for those who need it most. Students will cover contemporary social topics including:
  • human behavior
  • public policy
  • working with individuals, families, groups and communities to enhance wellbeing and human rights
  • social justice.
Students will gain an understanding of a range of social research methods and contemporary welfare issues, allowing students to design and conduct research relevant to social work practice.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

7

Writing

7

Listening

7

Speaking

7

Reading

65

Writing

65

Listening

65

Speaking

65

Program Intakes

Open date

March 11, 2026

Submission deadline

January 19, 2027

Open date

March 11, 2027

Submission deadline

January 19, 2028

Cost and Duration

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree including practicum

Program Length

$29710 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$34000 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Overseas Student Health Coverage Fee: $653 per year