Graduate work-ready and develop in-demand skills through comprehensive study and strong industry experience. As a UON Social Work student, you will benefit...
Read moreGraduate work-ready and develop in-demand skills through comprehensive study and strong industry experience. As a UON Social Work student, you will benefit from:
1,000 hours of supervised field placements undertaken in two 70-day practical experience blocks during years 3 and 4 of your degree. You will be working under the supervision of qualified social workers.
Practical experience that meet eligibility requirements laid down by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Membership is often a requirement for many jobs in the field.
Your studies will include an integrated approach to theory, practice and social work values. Complete core courses in subject areas that further enrich your...
Read moreYour studies will include an integrated approach to theory, practice and social work values. Complete core courses in subject areas that further enrich your expertise like:
social work
Aboriginal studies
philosophy
psychology
sociology and anthropology
a directed course in law
Access and Equity Advisor
Aged and Disability Officer
Case Manager/Worker
Child Protection Officer
Community Development Worker
Community Project...
Access and Equity Advisor
Aged and Disability Officer
Case Manager/Worker
Child Protection Officer
Community Development Worker
Community Project Officer
Coordinator of Social Services
Counsellor
Cultural Interpreter
Disability Services Manager
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Mental Health Clinician
Mental Health Intake Officer
Project Worker
Senior Mental Health Clinician
Social Researcher
Social Worker
Support Worker
University Lecturer/Academic
Welfare Officer
Youth Minister
Positives: It really puts into perspective what working in social work will be like. They teach us the things we will really need for the future.
There is a lot of discussion and group activities as well
Negatives: My courses are a lot of 50% assignments and not many exams
My advice to future students is: You can neve...
Read morePositives: It really puts into perspective what working in social work will be like. They teach us the things we will really need for the future.
There is a lot of discussion and group activities as well
Negatives: My courses are a lot of 50% assignments and not many exams
My advice to future students is: You can never stop learning. Always keep trying to better yourself. And if you fail that’s okay, just try again