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Bachelor of Social Work
- Wagga Wagga, Australia
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A 2-year course or thesis master programme in Social Work at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Social Work can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
- Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
- And communicate findings to diverse audiences
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Social work service delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Across Canada and internationally
Curriculum
- Course route: seven courses
- A field internship
- A non-credit Pathway course and a Pathway Scholarship project. Thesis route: six courses
- Internship
- Pathway and a thesis. Requires two or three on-campus institutes of 7-10 days.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Australian Year 12 (HSC) or equivalent at or above the course ATAR (55 to 90 by course)
- Or a Certificate III or IV
- Half of a Diploma
- Two university subjects
- A tertiary preparation course or STAT
- Health and veterinary courses are competitive and add course-specific requirements.
Accepted academic background
Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent overseas secondary qualification at or above the course ATAR, Or Certificate III/IV, Diploma, 2+ university subjects or other post-secondary study, Selection is competitive and course-specific (Admissions Procedure and handbook 2027 course pages)
Language tests
- IELTS 7
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Genuine Student Supporting Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,568 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Wagga Wagga |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts and Education |
| Department | School of Social Work and Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 256 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
29 Jan 2027
76 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
11 Jun 2027
209 days left
Scholarships
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 29 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $31,568 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

