奥克兰大学

Explore solutions to social challenges and improve lives by studying towards a rewarding career in social work.

Programme overview

This programme will equip you with the knowledge and experience to make a difference in the community as a practicing social worker.

Taught by registered social workers and internationally recognised academics, you will learn through an integrated approach that combines a variety of disciplines – including psychology, sociology and law. You will also spend a portion of the programme out on practicum, experiencing firsthand what it’s like to be a social worker.

This is a professional qualification, recognised by the New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board. This means you will be eligible to apply for registration here and overseas.

Programme structure

This is a four-year degree programme in which you’ll have the opportunity to enter into the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) programme in Year 4. The sample programme structure outlined below is for the Bachelor of Social Work. Please see the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) for its unique programme structure in Year 4.

Where could this programme take you?

There is a high demand for social workers in New Zealand and overseas. With a Bachelor of Social Work you will be qualified as a social worker and able to work in a wide range of fields. This degree is recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board, allowing you to apply for social work registration here and overseas.

Jobs related to this programme

• Child protection officer; family/whanau worker
• Community development coordinator
• Disability support worker; elder abuse and support worker; refugee and migrant case manager
• Manager or supervisor; researcher
• Mental health and addiction support worker
• Social worker, including in a hospital, school or aged care setting
• Working in the justice system as a probation officer, youth justice worker or prison social worker
• Youth worker

Further study options

• Master of Social Work
• Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Supervision
• Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
• Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Theory
• Master of Counselling