Bachelor
This dual degree combines a critical perspective on theories and practices from social work as well as criminology.
As a Criminal and Community Justice and Social Work graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
Social Workers assess the social needs of individuals, families and groups, assist and empower people to develop and use the skills and resources needed to resolve social and other problems, and further human wellbeing and human rights, social justice and social development.
Welfare Support Workers provide support, information and advice to clients on emotional, financial, recreational, health, housing and other social welfare matters, and evaluate and coordinate the services of welfare and community service agencies.
Social Researchers study human behaviour, relationships, society and institutions from current and historical perspectives in order to create a framework to support possible social change and minimise injustice for individuals, families and communities into the future.
Correctional officers work in prisons and correctional centres to ensure the safe supervision of inmates. Their duties involve observing prison behaviour, providing advice, administering first aid, assessing risk factors and preparing reports.
Community Workers design and implement strategies and programs to meet community and individual needs and assist individuals, families and groups with social, emotional and financial difficulties to improve quality of life.
Social Policy Analysts collect and analyse information and data about social issues impacting on individuals, families and communities. This analysis can then inform the design and implementation of social policies by governments to improve peoples' lives.