Overview

Study human services and bring real change to people's lives. This degree will equip you to work with individuals, families, and communities. You will learn from experts with links to health and community sectors, and government and non-government organisations. You will learn about human services in Australia and develop the knowledge and skills needed to build a better future for individuals and families in need, younger and older people, and persons living with disability. Through the course of your studies, you will develop a clear and insightful understanding of the principles of social justice, empowerment, and social inclusion. You will learn through hands-on experience as you undertake a professional placement in your final year of study.

Honours is available through an additional year of study.

Related degrees

Bachelor of Human Services (Honours) – 2092

Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.

Program accreditation

The Bachelor of Human Services is accredited by the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA).

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Professional recognition

Graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for registration with the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA) subject to meeting any additional requirements that may be stipulated by the ACWA. As these requirements may change from time to time, students should contact the ACWA to confirm registration requirements.

Attendance information

The Bachelor of Human Services is offered to International students full-time over three years on-campus at Gold Coast and Logan campuses.

The Distance Education offering of the Bachelor of Human services is not available to International students.

As a full-time student, you will generally attend 10-15 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes may be scheduled during the day and evening throughout the week.

The program includes a practical professional placement in the second trimester of the third year for which you must be available five working days each week.

The Bachelor of Human Services on-campus program includes one mandatory course in the third year of the program. You may be required to do other intensive courses depending on the pathway you choose.

Canadian Colleges Pathway (Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 entry)

This pathway can be completed over 1-1.5 years. The courses in this pathway are available either on-campus or off-campus online mode:

Students applying to study online in Australia will require a type of visa (other than a student visa) which has no limitations on study.

Students can apply to study online outside Australia without any visa requirements.

If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

My career opportunities

You will be prepared for a career in community planning and development, welfare services, family support, mental health services, correctional services, policy development and research, rehabilitation services, women's services, and youth work.