Social Work (Advanced Standing)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2011
Award
Bachelor of Social Work
Length
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Mildura
Course description
This course prepares students to be generic practitioners, able to respond to complex human needs and to integrate different areas and skills of social work practice in any given professional context.
The curriculum is based on a philosophy of social justice, and taught within an adult-learning model. Students are encouraged to relate their relevant experiences to the theories and practice presented in the program. It includes 70 days of placement annually.
Course structure
The course is taught in block mode, with four consecutive days of classes in approximately 10 blocks, across two semesters each year. Honours is available during the final year. Students are required to attend some lectures, seminars and tutorial out of normal University hours (generally on weekends).
Subject details
Major areas of study
Social welfare history, social work, mental health, family welfare, psychology, casework, group work, community work, social policy, research and evaluation.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC or UAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Police check fee and possible accommodation costs for professional placement (variable according to venue).
Accommodation costs for clinical placement are variable according to venue. Not all students will incur the same cost.
Selection
Academic merit (current for 2010).
Extra requirements
All applicants must return a completed Supplementary Application Form, including two proforma Referee Reports (available from the relevant campus) by 30 September 2010. Download the Supplementary Application form at: www.latrobe.edu.au/she/socialwork
Applicants considering adding this course at Change of Preference must first contact the relevant School to make alternative arrangements for satisfying these requirements.
All applicants are encouraged to attend course information sessions (if offered) and Open Day. Details available from the School of Social Work and Social Policy: call (03) 5051 4012.
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or a minimum of two years' approved university studies in arts, social science, psychology, teaching, nursing, economics, legal studies, politics or related disciplines.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Career opportunities
Graduates are equipped to work with individuals, families and groups. They are likely to work in public and non-government agencies - such as hospitals and community based health services, psychiatric services, protective services, local government, and supportive and counselling services - in fields including community work, social policy, social research, organisational planning and administration, child and family care.
Professional recognition
The course is recognised by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) as a professional qualification.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/socialwork/courses/BSW_ADV_STDNG.htm
Contact information
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