Bachelor of Social Work

Armidale, New South Wales, Australia

Level: Bachelor
Duration: 4F or 8P
Campus: Armidale (NSW)
Intl. Tuition: Fee not confirmed
Intake: February 2027

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Social work graduates register with Social Work England and work with children, families and vulnerable adults across local authorities, NHS trusts, charities and independent agencies. A highly regulated and values-driven profession with strong job security.

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Student life (indicative)

Armidale offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Student Population: 19,355
Staff Ratio: 18.0:1
International: 6.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 88.0%; of graduates employed

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: Fee not confirmed; Check the university's official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years | UNE field education units are compliant with the Australian Association of Social Workers requirements for practical experience.
Students undertake 1000 hours of fieldwork as two placements over two units.
Students must meet the Inherent Requirements to complete this course.
Additionally, the mandatory NSW Health Verification Requirements must be completed by week 9 of the first trimester of study.
In addition, students must meet UNE requirements by week 9 of the first trimester of study.
These include a valid Working with Children check for the state or territory in which the student will undertake placement and a National Criminal History Check. | For additional information about the admissions criteria for the University of New England and for this course, refer to UNE's website.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population: 19,355; Total students
Staff Ratio: 18:1; Students per staff
International Students: 6%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative): 8.0/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

Armidale offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

Outdoor & nature activities
Great café culture
Thriving student social scene
Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Total Students19,355

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1

International Students6%

Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 88%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Not offered; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Social work graduates register with Social Work England and work with children, families and vulnerable adults across local authorities, NHS trusts, charities and independent agencies.
A highly regulated and values-driven profession with strong job security.