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RMIT University

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Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)

  • Bachelor (Honours)

Work as a psychologist or social worker in community or government organisations.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
5 years full-time
Course Code
BH106SOSDD, 079592G
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb
International Fees
$28,800 per year / $144,000 total
ATAR
85

About this course

Become a social worker or psychologist. This social work and psychology double degree combines our two highly respected Social Work and Social Science degrees to give you a unique, broad grounding across both areas.

This degree will increase your knowledge and understanding of human development, and how such factors interact within individual, group, organisational, community and policy contexts. You will be prepared to think critically about the social world and to influence change through your practice, advocacy, or research.Social workers and psychologists often work side-by-side in organisations where a balancing act of expertise in both areas is required.

You will be prepared for employment in general social work practice and settings requiring an understanding of psychology. You will be equipped to apply interdisciplinary knowledge to address complex social problems.

This social work and psychology double degree combines the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) and the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology).

Study locations

Melbourne City

Career pathways

Graduates are highly employable in human services organisations, community-based agencies, various levels of government and increasingly in corporate and private enterprise.

Graduates are prepared to work in direct practice with individuals and families, in community development contexts, and in social policy, advocacy, and research roles. There are ample opportunities to pursue different specialisations and interests.

With your working knowledge of social science, psychology and social work, you'll be eligible for a wide range of human services or community jobs in areas such as:

  • mental health
  • child protection
  • dispute mediation and industrial relations
  • health services and hospitals
  • human resource management
  • policy and advocacy work
  • community development projects
  • disability services
  • program and organisational development
  • immigration advice and referral centres
  • federal and state government departments (Centrelink, Department of Human Services)
  • youth and family services

Careers include:

  • social worker
  • psychologist
  • counsellor advocate
  • case manager
  • local area co-ordinator
  • child protection officer
  • human resource manager
  • social policy officer
  • policy adviser
  • community worker
  • community development manager
  • mediator

Credit for prior study or work

Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.