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Our Bachelor of Social Science with a focus on Ageing and Disability prepares you for a meaningful career in human services. You'll develop comprehensive knowledge about how human services help older adults and individuals with disabilities maintain independence, improve quality of life, and participate in society. Acquire skills to thoughtfully evaluate the needs of these populations and connect them with suitable resources and support systems. Master the ability to work efficiently with major frameworks like the NDIS and My Aged Care to secure entitled services for individuals. Explore specific challenges, policy considerations, and legal aspects affecting these groups. Enhance your professional capabilities in our advanced social work facilities, guided by expert instructors. Develop essential project management skills for human services through a culminating final-year course. The program includes up to 560 hours of practical experience in human services organizations. These combined experiences ensure you graduate fully equipped to succeed in your human services career.
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
Secondary education (Year 12)
Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
Higher education study
Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.