Bachelor of Social Work (Mount Gambier)

Develop knowledge of various social work practices and their application with individuals, families, communities, groups and organisations. Learn how to identify the social policies that impact people's lives and the strategic ways to implement change. Interpret, evaluate and conduct relevant social analysis exploring current real-world challenges. Focus your degree by choosing to incorporate, minor in Children, Families and Society. Access custom-built social work studios on campus and practise your skills through simulated scenarios.

Gain valuable practical experience through work placements during your third and fourth years of study. Graduate with, degree accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers and be eligible for full membership.

This program offers flexible study options with most courses being available at Mount Gambier or online, and some courses being available through an intensive delivery mode.

Careers: Social worker, case manager, aged care worker, child and youth welfare officer, community development officer, disability support worker, rehabilitation officer, court services officer, cultural diversity officer, social planning officer, social policy adviser, social researcher.