Social Work

Social work is a practice-based field dedicated to improving the wellbeing and quality of life of individuals, families and groups, who face challenges such as poverty, homelessness, mental health issues, domestic violence, substance abuse, discrimination and social injustice. As these issues are ongoing in society, the demand for skilled social workers is predicted to remain high with the sector requiring professionals who can adapt to environmental and societal change.

UNE offers undergraduate and postgraduate social work courses that equip you with qualifications, knowledge and the practical skills required for working with individuals, groups and communities who experience marginalisation, isolation or discrimination. We place a particular emphasis on social work in rural and remote communities, and issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including child protection and the law. Because of our extensive experience in training adults for constantly changing workplaces, social work at UNE is designed around an interactive problem-based learning approach that will prepare you for the challenge of being an agent of change in the 21st century.

Most of our students choose online learning, where they become part of a community of adult learners who use their life and work experiences to create networks for their futures. On-campus learners can access housing, sports and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.

With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in social work. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore the Social Work courses on offer at UNE.