Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Work
University of Sydney - Camperdown/Darlington
Overview
This course focuses on the promotion of social change and development through social policy. You will learn about the nature of social policy and social work, as well as historical and contemporary debates in policy and practice. There is a strong emphasis on research and theories informing policy and practice, and Australian and comparative social welfare studies. To assist in your preparation for field education, you will undergo intensive learning in study groups and engage in case studies and research on ethical issues. For students interested in research there is an opportunity to complete honours.
Due to the availability of units of study, candidates commencing their studies in August will complete the degree in 5.5 years.
Majors
Areas of study
Core units in social policy, social work and sociology. All students undertake a professional program in social work. In addition to the core social work units and professional program, you will undertake a major from 513200 Bachelor of Arts Table A and a minor from Table A or Table S, one of which must be Sociology or Social Policy, and units from the Open Learning Environment.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Health services and aged care worker, children and families support worker, community worker in programs for people with disabilities, migrant and refugee liaison officer, international development worker, social policy adviser or women’s services worker.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 97.6 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 86.9 | 92.45 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 77.45 | 83.25 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Sydney website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Sydney
Campus
Camperdown/Darlington
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Arts
Indicative ATAR
77.45
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 5 years
Course Link
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- State
- NSW
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 101
- Campuses
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Camperdown/Darlington Conservatorium Cumberland Sydney College of the Arts Westmead
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