Bachelor of Social Work in Australia

What Will You Learn in This Course?

Bachelor of Social Work students study foundational knowledge about social policy, human behaviour, research, and clinical and macro practice.

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Specialisation areas include children, youth, and families; health and mental health; and older adults and ageing societies. The course provides more opportunities in direct practice and a pathway toward AASW-accredited social work registration.

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Career Outcomes After This Course

Once you complete the degree, you'll be eligible to pursue a career as a Social Worker, with practice areas including:

• Family and child welfare

• School social work

• Mental health support

• Medical and hospital social work

• Substance abuse and addiction services

• Social work supervision and program management

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Social Work take?

The course takes 4 years to complete and leads to a Temporary Graduate visa (TR 485) validity of 2 years after graduation.

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How much does this course cost in Australia?

Course fees start from $83,200 in total, with an initial deposit starting from $16,000. Exact pricing varies by institution and intake.

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What English score do I need to enrol?

You need an IELTS overall score of 7.0 minimum in all bands, or equivalent — one of the higher English requirements among Bachelor-level courses.

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What can I work as after completing this course?

Graduates can pursue a career as a Social Worker across practice areas such as family and child welfare, mental health support, school social work, and medical social work.

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Ready to Start Your Social Work Pathway?

RACC Australia matches you with the right institution based on your budget, intake timing, and state preference — and we don't charge any service fee for your Student Visa Application.

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Book a FREE Online Consultation to get a personalised course and school recommendation, confirm your intake date, and start your visa application process today.