Bachelor of Community Welfare

If you want a rewarding career in family and community work, the UWS Bachelor of Community Welfare could be ideal for you.

Founded on the premise that every society is responsible for the wellbeing of its members, the Community Welfare degree provides a foundation in sociology, welfare policy and practice, community work and psychology, leading to a wide range of rewarding career options.

Students also have the opportunity to undertake elective studies in cognate areas, including Criminology and Criminal Justice and Sociology.

Part time-study is only available to local students and is generally completed by day classes as there are limited night classes.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Community Welfare degree, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of career opportunities in Australia and internationally in fields including: community work and community development; social casework; social policy and research; advocacy and social action; government departments such as community services, juvenile justice and corrective services; local government agencies; neighbourhood and community development organisations; refuges; and organisations working with disabled and aged persons.

In these roles graduates could potentially be involved in the provision of alcohol and other drug services, the creative and performing arts, housing, education, employment, sport and leisure, residential care, community development, street work and counselling, or a wide range of youth-related roles.

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the Apply Now pages.

All international applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.