There is a shortage of social workers throughout New Zealand and this degree prepares you to be work-ready for the challenges of this rewarding industry. ​​The Bachelor of Social Work is designed for you if you wish to pursue a professional career in social work. The programme provides in-depth knowledge and skills relating to social work practices in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand. It is practice-focussed using an experiential approach to learning that links together work, education and personal development. The programme also has an explicit commitment to Treaty-based practice and multiculturalism is embedded through the programme in keeping with the changing face of Aotearoa New Zealand. A career in social work means you'll enjoy interacting with people from various walks of life and different backgrounds; you will work with individuals, groups, other professionals as well as with communities. Your services will be frequently sought after to assist people in your community, provide advice, advocacy and support to individuals or groups to empower and help them realise their full potential and be able to function independently. . This four year programme will give you the knowledge base, skills, and attributes required for practice in a variety of Social Work fields such as schools, hospitals, community groups or government organisations.

The Bachelor of Social Work may lead to employment in the health field, child protection (including Child Youth and Family), government agencies, community agencies, probation service family support agencies and other non-government organisations