Life in today's world brings harsh challenges. Poverty, addiction, mental illness, domestic violence and personal crisis can severely impact a person's ability to feel safe, find a stable home and pursue opportunities.
As a social worker, graduates will provide support and assistance to people and families in need. La Trobe University Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) gives students the clinical knowledge and hands-on skills to launch their career. They will learn from world-renowned academics about promoting human rights and the importance of social justice. The diverse range of subjects provide foundations in both psychology and sociology. Two 14-week placements enable them to put students' knowledge and skills into practice and gain professional experience within leading health and welfare organizations in Victoria.
Students will learn:
- Sociology and society
- Discover the cultural changes that shaped Australian society and how individuals connect with each other.
- Introductory psychology
- Study these key areas of psychology and explore how diverse contexts affect individuals in different ways. Discover how students brain helps to create their behavior, and how their brain and behavior change across their lifespan.
- Human services
- Explore the values, ethics and practice of social work and human service
