Every day in the news we're reminded of the need for services that help us have a thriving society in Aotearoa. We need qualified practitioners who have what it takes to become fully registered social workers.
Do you want to learn how to make a difference in people's lives? Social work is challenging, rewarding and makes a vital contribution to the wellbeing of our society. Get the qualifications you need for a professional career in working with others to make a difference.
On successful completion of this degree you might be eligible to apply to register with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).
When you pass this degree, you'll get this qualification:
This is a full-time programme that consists of 120 credits per year (total 4 years full-time study consisting of 480 credits).
Throughout the first year of the programme you will be required to attend:
Year 1*:
Additional learning will also need to be completed outside of class time for approximately:
Some learning activities will need to be completed online. You'll need to have access to an internet-connected device for this programme.
*Years 2, 3 and 4 commitment requirements will be discussed towards the completion of each year.
To enrol in this programme, a potential student must:
You can take this further by enrolling on our Postgraduate Diploma in Bicultural Professional Supervision or applying for our master's degree, He Waka Hiringa - Master of Applied Indigenous Knowledge.
I want to use my qualificationWith skills at this level you can work in child protection, health, justice, welfare, or other social service providers.
The 2022 fees for this degree are:
Year 1: $4,238
Year 2: $3,795
Year 3: $3,795
Year 4: $3,795
GST inclusive
First-time tertiary students studying fee paying programmes may be able to study fee free in their first year. To find out whether you are eligible visit: feesfree.govt.nz.