University of Otago Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
University of Otago

University of Otago

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Dunedin, New Zealand

Bachelor's degree

4 years

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is designed to prepare students for a career in social work. The program focuses on knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effective practice in diverse social environments. With a commitment to social justice, graduates will learn to advocate for individuals and communities, employing both theoretical frameworks and practical applications to support marginalized populations.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various roles in social services, community organizations, and government agencies. Potential career paths include social worker, case manager, and community outreach coordinator. Opportunities are available in healthcare, education, and non-profit sectors, where they can make meaningful contributions to society.

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

The Social Work program at the University of Otago offers two main qualifications designed for different career stages of professional social workers:

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree is designed for students wishing to obtain a first qualification in Social Work that qualifies them to apply for registration as social workers in New Zealand.

The Master of Social Work (MSW) degree is designed for mid-career social workers who are already registered but wish to undertake further professional development in a more focused area of professional practice.

Possible into the BSW program via one of two pathways:

Students can undertake a four-year undergraduate program by first enrolling as Social Work Pre-professional students (under the BA program) and then applying for possible into the third-year stage of the BSW program (the Social Work Pre-professional years count as the first two years of a four-year BSW program).

If students have already completed another bachelor’s degree majoring in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Sociology (other options may be suitable), they can apply for admission directly into the third-year stage of the BSW program.

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