Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Ageing and Disability
Adelaide University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 04249J
Our Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Ageing and Disability equips you for a career with real purpose in the human services field. You'll gain a deep understanding of the role of human services in enabling individuals who are older and those living with disability to gain and maintain independence and quality of life as well as contribute to society. Learn how to compassionately assess the needs of individuals who are older and people living with disability so you can identify appropriate resources and supports. Discover how to effectively navigate and work with major systems, including the NDIS and My Aged Care, to ensure individuals receive the assistance and support they're entitled to. Examine the unique challenges, issues and concerns relevant to these populations alongside key legislation and policies. Sharpen your professional skills in our state-of-the-art social work and human service studios under the guidance of our experienced teaching staff. Gain crucial skills in designing and managing human services projects through a capstone course in your final year. You'll also complete up to 560 hours of placement in a real human services organisation.
Structure
144 units
Subjects
- Governance and Citizenship in Australia POLI1011
- Australian Social Policy POLI2010
- Group Work PSYC1009
- Applied Psychology PSYC1010
- Human Service Provision SOCI1009
- Social Research Methods SOCI2009
- Human Service Project Management SOCI2010
- Communication Skills in Social Work and Human Services SOWK1001
- The Social World SOWK1002
- Human Service Intervention SOWK2002
- Interviewing Skills in Social Work and Human Services SOWK2003
- Mental Health and Mental Wellbeing SOWK2004
- Aboriginal Australians and the Human Services SOWK2006
- Human Service Workers and the Law SOWK2008
Standard entry requirements
- Secondary education (Year 12).
- Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
- Vocational Education and Training (VET).
- Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
- Higher education study.
- Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Magill Campus | International: $130,200 | No |
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