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James Cook University (JCU)

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Bachelor of Social Work

  • Bachelor

Promote the social welfare of individuals, families, groups and communities through empowering them to access to support programs and services.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$12,381 per year / $49,524 total
ATAR
62

About this course

Promote the social welfare of individuals, families, groups and communities through empowering them to access to support programs and services. Examine psychology within social welfare practice, the determinants that lead to deviance and crime, and the socio-cultural elements that can influence welfare and social justice. Learn from experts in the field as you complete 1000 hours of placement and professional experience.

Entry requirements

ATAR 62

English (Units 3/4,C)

Study locations

Townsville

Cairns

Online

Online

Career pathways

JCU Social Work graduates are equipped to advocate for social justice and change in a broad range of environments.

Graduates pursue careers in Australia and overseas in aged care, public housing, child welfare, government agencies, drug and alcohol support, domestic violence, Indigenous health, not-for-profit groups, education, private and public hospitals, and more.

You could find employment as a child protection officer, mental health counsellor, health policy officer, health services manager, social worker, youth worker, or school counsellor.

Social workers can be involved in supporting individuals, groups and communities to respond and adapt to a changing climate.

How to apply

Note the course QTAC code for the location you've chosen. You'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.

Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.

ATAR score is indicative only. Entry scores will be finalised in the major offer round.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Social Work courses at James Cook University (JCU).
89.2%
Overall satisfaction
90.8%
Skill scale
76.9%
Teaching scale
86.2%
Employed full-time
$67.8k
Average salary