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Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

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Overview

With the rising awareness of issues around mental health, well-being, inequality and disasters, social workers have become an increasingly valued part of society. In these challenging time, social workers are more than ever in demand as providers of services, support, care, recovery and resilience.

Students will be well placed to add significant social, cultural and economic value to society through critical activities in social work (such as the development of charities and NGOs) and advocating for policies and practices that encourage the fair allocation of resources. Integrated field education is a core component of the BSW course, involving 1,000 hours of experience in work placements.

*Provisional accreditation does not impact graduates of a course with this status. Graduates have the same eligibility and standing as graduates of fully accredited programs.​

(Source: https://www.aasw.asn.au/education-employment/higher-education-providers/)

  • CRICOS Code

    111670E

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    4 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Course Structure

Total credit points = 192 (27 Units in total) including:
1 Core or Elective Unit = 6 credit points
21 Core Units (126 credit points)
1 Unit = 14 weeks (1 trimester study duration)
3 Elective Units (18 credit points)
1 week = 10 hours of study per Unit
3 Core Field Education Units (48 credit points: 1000 hours of placement)

  • CRICOS Code

    111670E

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    4 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Core Units x 21

  • SWK501 So You Want to Be a Social Worker
  • SWK502 Being a Critical Social Work Practitioner
  • SWK503 First Nations Peoples and Decolonising Social Work
  • SWK504 Professional Practice Skills for working with Individuals, Families and Communities
  • SWK505 Social Work Theories and Frameworks across the life cycle for Individuals, Families and Groups
  • SWK601 Policy, Law and Organisational Contexts of Social Work Practice
  • SWK602 Social Research and Communication for Social Work
  • SWK603 Structural, Child and Family Violence
  • SWK604 Social Work Practice for Mental Health and Wellbeing

Core Units x 21

  • SWK203 Theory and Practice-3: Working with Children and Families
  • SWK204 Across Diversity: From Theory to Practice
  • SWK205 Social and Legal Context of Social Work
  • SWK206 Social Work Theory and Practice-4: Ethics, Integrity, and Professionalism
  • SWK207 Health, Wellbeing and Lifespan of Individuals
  • SWK302 Advanced Practice Skills: Counselling, Casework and Case Management
  • SWK303 Social Work with Communities
  • SWK305 Structural and Family Violence
  • SWK307 Leadership in Social Work Practice
  • SWK401 Project Management for Social Workers
  • SWK402 Social Work Capstone

Elective Units (only 3 to be completed)

  • SWK301 Disability and Ageing in Social Work
  • SWK304 Environmental Justice and Community Resilience
  • SWK306 Research for Social Work: Policies and Practice
  • BUS204 People and Culture
  • ENT301 Risk Management
  • MGT203 Sustainable Development and CSR
  • SWK413 Unspecified Elective

Field Education

  • SWK311 Social Work Field Education 1 (12CP; 250 hours)
  • SWK411 Social Work Field Education 2 (18CP; 375 hours)
  • SWK412 Social Work Field Education 3 (18CP; 375 hours)

Entry Requirements

Qualification
  • Recent secondary education (within the past 2 years) with a completed Year 12 or equivalent with ATAR 60, or equivalent overseas qualification, or
  • A tertiary education qualification at AQF Level 5 (Diploma) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or other accredited higher education provider, or equivalent overseas qualification, or
  • Vocational education qualification at AQF Level 4 (Certificate IV) or above, or equivalent, from a registered training organisation (RTO), or equivalent overseas qualification.
  • For those with ATAR in the range of 60 to 70, additional evidence of commitment to 'social work' will be required.
English proficiency

The English proficiency requirements for international students or local applicants with international qualifications are:

  • Minimum IELTS (Academic Module) score of 7.0 overall with no band being less than 7.0, or equivalent, upon application.
Special Entry
  • Special entry may be possible for applicants who do not meet the above requirements but demonstrate that they have suitable work experience to be able to undertake this degree.
  • Suitable work experience for special entry means that the applicants have at least two years' full-time experience in a role directly relating to this course, within the last five years.

Applicants must be at a minimum 18 years of age prior to course commencement.

*Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee a place in the course for which you have applied.

  • CRICOS Code

    111670E

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    4 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Career Outcomes

The Sydney Met's Bachelor of Social Work program offers an opportunity to learn skills that add value to your life and your community. Join our community of change makers and let's make a difference together.

Fees & Scholarships

The Sydney Met's Bachelor of Social Work is offered with competitive fees. The course fee is calculated on the basis of credit points.

1 credit point = AUD 466.66

Per Year (Year 2025)

AUD 22,400 (8 Units)

Total Course Fees (Year 2025)

AUD 89,600
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Scholarships

We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making study accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a new or continuing student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.

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How to Apply

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