Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services)

Description

Course outline:
Subjects
Year 1

* Understanding Societies: An Introduction to Social analysis
* Introduction to Social Theories: Sociological Theory and Practice
* Introduction to Social Research Methods
* Developing Social Policy
* Understanding Human Behaviour Across the Lifespan: An Introduction to Psychology
* Theories of Counselling
* Interpersonal Communication
* Health and Well-Being

Year 2

* Applied Counselling Practice 1
* Mediation and Conflict Management
* Advanced Social Research Methods
* Applied Counselling Practice 2
* Community Services and Welfare
* Managing the Needs of Diverse Client Groups
* Fieldwork for Community Service workers 1
* Elective chosen from other 200 level units

Year 3

* Ethics, Professionalism, and Reflective Practice
* Action Based Research Project
* Case Management and Program Development
* Community Development
* Human Rights and Social Advocacy
* Fieldwork for Community Service Workers 2
* 2 Electives chosen from other 300 level units

Requirements

Applicants must be over 18 years of age and completed Year 12 HSC with a minimum ATAR of 63.4. Mature age applicants (21 years or over) must show relevant work experience and/or demonstrate ability undertake study at this level