Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Program By University of Wollongong |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

Tuitionfee

106,368 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

BSW

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) provides an alternative final year of study for high achieving students who have demonstrated excellence in the first three years of the Bachelor of Social Work (347) degree. In addition to the employment opportunities that are available to Bachelor of Social Work graduates, honours graduates will be able to seek professional employment related to research and program evaluation within the field of social work. Graduates will also have the opportunity to pursue their research interests through postgraduate research. The honours year provides a balance of skills, concepts and theory, as well as hands-on experience in professional practice. You will develop your skills in research design and methodology, allowing you to undertake a research project in connection with your final-year professional placement.

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

BSW

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) provides an alternative final year of study for high achieving students who have demonstrated excellence in the first three years of the Bachelor of Social Work (347) degree. In addition to the employment opportunities that are available to Bachelor of Social Work graduates, honours graduates will be able to seek professional employment related to research and program evaluation within the field of social work. Graduates will also have the opportunity to pursue their research interests through postgraduate research. The honours year provides a balance of skills, concepts and theory, as well as hands-on experience in professional practice. You will develop your skills in research design and methodology, allowing you to undertake a research project in connection with your final-year professional placement.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

98+
7+
185+
69+

- Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work may apply to complete the fourth year at honours level, provided they meet the requirements below:

  • Completion of the first three years (full-time equivalent) of the Bachelor of Social Work.
  • Attained a Distinction average across all 200-level and 300-level SOWK subjects.
  • Proposed research topic has been approved by the Honours Coordinator.
  • Availability of a suitable supervisor.
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

26,736 AUD
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International Students

106,368 AUD
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