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Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services)

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The Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services) equips you with theory and practical skills necessary for a career in community and public sectors. You'll cover counselling, social policy, advocacy and welfare, and gain practical experience working with individuals and communities.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
097401C
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Sep

About this course

The Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services) equips you with theory and practical skills necessary for a career in community and public sectors. You'll cover counselling, social policy, advocacy and welfare, and gain practical experience working with individuals and communities.

This course focuses on practical training while providing a solid grounding in the relevant communication, counselling and policy theory. You'll be able to choose from our extensive range of elective subjects to focus your study on what you're passionate about. This degree includes fieldwork placements, ensuring that you graduate with valuable experience and industry contacts.

Study locations

Ultimo Campus, Sydney

Surry Hill, Sydney

Torrens University Language Centre, Sydney

Wakefield Street Campus, Adelaide

Pulteney Street Campus, Adelaide

Online

What you will learn

  • Apply effective counselling interventions with people presenting with alcohol and/or drug addiction.
  • Sharpen your communication to ensure suitable advice and support is offered.
  • Establish a grounding in relevant theory, transferrable into real-life counselling scenarios.
  • Explore the impact of mental illness on individuals and families.