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Bachelor of Social Science (Community Work)
Program summary
QTAC code: 011011
OP/Rank for 2008 entry: OP-18 / Rank-62
Award abbreviation: BSocSc(CommWk)
Degree type: undergraduate
Mode of study: on campus
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Total units: 288
Recommended prior study: English
Commence: Semester 1
CRICOS code: 026645D
Program overview
The rapid pace of social change nationally, and the uncertainties created by economic restructuring, has increased the demand for well-educated community workers who have a broad range of adaptable skills.
At a regional level, this demand is reinforced by rapid population growth. Drawing from a number of disciplines including sociology, social welfare, management and psychology, the Community Work program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to meet this demand.
The degree focuses on providing a structured theoretical and practical approach to social issues and the development of specific community work skills. An industry placement is a required component of this program.
Career opportunities
Knowledge and skills acquired through the Bachelor of Social Science (Community Work) are transferable across many sectors such as government, education, the arts, commerce, and industry. Opportunities may include community education and training, community development, human service delivery, international community aid and development, social planning and administration, police and correctional services, policy development and analysis, social policy, social research, welfare work (eg youth, disability, aged care and counselling), and youth work.
Program structure
Core courses
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses
5 required courses:
INT140 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
SCS100 Introduction to the Social Sciences: Knowledge, Power and Society
SCS110 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change
SCS130 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
SCS180 Counselling for the Human Services Professional
Advanced courses
8 required courses:
SCS210 Indigenous Australia and the State
SCS225 Social Research
SCS230 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory
SCS260 Community Work
SCS267 Community Work Placement 1 (24 units)
SCS268 Community Work Placement 2 (24 units)
SCS270 Applications in Social and Community Work
SCS295 Gender and Culture
Plus select 1 advanced course with an SCS prefix. The following courses may also be counted as advanced SCS courses:
PUB252 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning
PUB351 Health Promotion Implementation and Evaluation
HRM210 Managing Human Resources
MGT320 Management Strategy
Elective courses
Select 6 elective courses from any faculty (Arts and Social Sciences, Business or Science, Health and Education)
Course substitution: the GO (Global Opportunities) Program
As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the GO Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
Program requirements and notes
1. No more than 10 introductory courses are to be completed, including core courses, in the Bachelor of Arts (Design and Communication).
2. No courses may be counted towards more than one major or one minor.
3. Some of the required introductory courses count towards some majors and minors.
4. A maximum of 6 Business or Science, Health and Education courses (76 units) can be included in the Bachelor of Arts (Design and Communication).
5. An introductory level course has a number less than 200 in its course code. An advanced level course has a number greater than 200 and less than 400 in its course code.
6. Refer to the Academic Rules.
7. Refer to explanation of terms.
8. Refer to the recommended enrolment patterns.
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