Bachelor of Social Work
- Dikeni, South Africa
- Bhisho, South Africa
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2027
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Fast-track counseling
By contacting the school, you'll get access to free priority counselling for any study and application questions.
Key Summary
About: A Bachelor of Social Work at The University of Fort Hare prepares students to understand human behavior, social systems, and community dynamics. You'll learn direct practice, advocacy, community development, casework, and policy perspectives to support individuals, families, and groups. The programme emphasizes social welfare, community engagement, resilience, ethical practice, and fostering social change across diverse settings.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter social services, healthcare, education, government and nonprofit sectors.
Career opportunities include social worker, counselor, community development officer, case manager, school social worker, policy analyst, mental health specialist, nonprofit manager, child welfare specialist, social work educator and advocacy coordinator roles.
About programme
A Bachelor of Social Work offers a deep understanding of human behavior, social systems, and community dynamics, preparing graduates to support individuals and groups in overcoming life challenges. This degree empowers individuals to drive positive social change, advocate f or vulnerable populations, and contribute to enhancing well-being in diverse communities.
NSFAS
The NSFAS bursary is open to all South African citizens and permanent residents with a combined household income of not more than R350 000 per annum before deductions. For persons living with disabilities, the combined household income is capped at
R600 000 per annum before deductions. Visit the application section of the NSFAS bursary scheme to learn more what scheme covers and how to apply.
Funza Lushaka Bursary
Funza Lushaka is only applicable to those students that intend to enroll for the Bachelor of Education degrees. This funder enables eligible students to complete a teaching qualification in an area of national priority. For a full description of the Funza Lushaka Priorities offered by the Department of Basic Education and for further application information, visit the Funza Lushaka website.
COID Bursary
This is a scheme formulated by the Department of Labor in South Africa and addresses the Missing Middle students whose parents are earning more than R350 000 threshold. Students will be advised on when this funding becomes available so that they can submit their application.
Find Your Path to Success
Social Worker. Counselor. Psychosocial Support Specialist. Community Development Officer. Case Manager. Healthcare Social Worker. School Social Worker. Family Support Worker. Clinical Social Worker. Policy Analyst. Social Services Administrator. Rehabilitation Specialist. Mental Health Specialist. Nonprofit Manager. Child Welfare Specialist. Advocacy Coordinator. Program Manager. Elderly Care Social Worker. Crisis Intervention Specialist. Public Health Social Worker. Social Work Educator.