Social Work

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Study Social Work at University of Auckland to prepare for a professional career supporting individuals and communities, and confront social inequality with real-world placements and integrated learning.

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Develop professional social work skills

Gain practical and theoretical skills to become a registered social worker.

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Understand and confront social inequality

Learn how to identify and address social inequalities in various communities.

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Work effectively with children and families

Build expertise to assist children and families from diverse backgrounds.

What You're Signing Up For

The Social Work subject area at the University of Auckland provides a strong theoretical and practical foundation for those aiming to become registered social workers or to support social change in communities. Taught by social work professionals and esteemed academics, the curriculum integrates disciplines such as psychology, sociology, and law, and includes supervised placements for practical experience. Graduates can work in diverse sectors including health, child and family services, justice, schools, and more, both in New Zealand and overseas.

Course Content

  • Theory and practice of social work
  • Social work policy and law
  • Working with children and families
  • Engagement with diverse cultural communities
  • Integrated study of psychology, sociology, and law
  • Supervised placements (for professional degree)
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Social Work

  • Community Services

  • Health

  • Child and Family Services

  • Justice and Disability Services

  • Youth Work

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Registered Social Worker

  • Community Worker

  • Health Social Worker

  • Child and Family Services

  • School Social Worker

  • Justice, Addiction, and Disability Services