BA and Bachelor of Social Work - French and Francophone Studies (Advanced) in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

This five-year program provides an extensive and adaptable combined degree that certifies you as an accredited social worker while enabling you to broaden your expertise with complementary majors and minors alongside the Bachelor of Social Work. Although the combined degree mandates a major or minor in Sociology, or a minor in Social Policy, you have the flexibility to select additional majors or minors in diverse fields like diversity studies, gender studies, Indigenous studies, or philosophy. The curriculum integrates social sciences, social policy, and social work theory and practice, with a particular focus on Australian and international social welfare studies. During the final two years, all students complete the professional social work program, featuring two supervised fieldwork placements in various settings under expert practitioners. The program progressively builds field education competencies, cultivating values, skills, and knowledge to transition from beginner to a practitioner meeting the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Practice Standards.

With over 300 million speakers globally, French serves as an official language in 29 countries and a principal working language of the United Nations and European Union. It also represents the linguistic foundation of numerous significant literary, philosophical, and political works. French Studies opens doors to this vibrant cultural heritage. Regardless of your prior French proficiency, the department offers tailored pathways to major in French, with options for introductory, intermediate, or advanced streams, including accelerated progression opportunities. Your studies will encompass French language alongside the histories, societies, literatures, and cultures of France and Francophone regions. You may also participate in exchange programs in France, Switzerland, or Canada. Most instruction occurs in French, with course content, activities, and assessments adapted to your evolving language proficiency. Our interactive teaching approach fosters active participation, developing both your French language autonomy and independent thinking skills. Graduates pursue careers across diverse sectors including international relations, trade, journalism, IT, education, law, medicine, arts, and various global organizations.