Prerequisites: English, English as an Additional Language, Literature or English & Literature Extension (Units 3&4, C).
English Requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old
In 2021, Griffith University can offer the first year of study online for International students outside Australia due to travel restrictions. For students commencing study from outside Australia, online delivery is an interim arrangement. Once travel restrictions are lifted, students will be expected to travel to Australia as soon as they are able, to continue their study on campus, and they will require a student visa for this. Students will need to be in Australia at the commencement of second year. If travel restrictions prevent this, students will need to apply for a Leave of Absence.
Arrangements for continuing students unable to travel to Australia will be advised by the School.
Study human services and bring real change to people's lives. This degree will equip you to work with individuals, families, and communities. You will learn from experts with links to health and community sectors, and government and non-government organisations. You will learn about human services in Australia and develop the knowledge and skills needed to build a better future for individuals and families in need, younger and older people, and persons living with disability. Through the course of your studies, you will develop a clear and insightful understanding of the principles of social justice, empowerment, and social inclusion. You will learn through hands-on experience as you undertake a professional placement in your final year of study.
CRICOS CODE: 026703K
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Year 1
You must complete the following courses.
Course
Human Services Structures - 1006HSV
Lifespan Development - 1010HSV
Human Behaviour - 1015HSV (see Note 1)
Language and Communication for Health - 5902LHS (only offered on-campus) (see Note 1)
Interpersonal Skills - 1008HSV (see Note 2)
Human Services Processes - 1007HSV
Equity and Diversity - 1028HSV
Introduction to Social Theory - 1014HSV
Free-choice elective
Note 1: Students entering in Year 1 and are required to complete the English Language Enhancement course will complete 5902LHS in their first trimester of study in place of 1015HSV and complete 1015HSV in Year 2/Trimester 1 in place of a free-choice elective.
Note 2: Students enrolled in the Distance Education offering of the Bachelor of Human Services are required to attend a one-week (Monday-Friday) compulsory intensive at the Gold Coast campus as part of this course.
Year 2
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Case Management for Human Service and Health Professionals - 2012HSV
First Peoples and Social Justice - 2032HSV
Group Facilitation - 2027HSV (see Note 1)
Free-choice elective
Language and Communication for Health - 5902LHS (only offered on-campus) (see Note 2)
Human Behaviour - 1015HSV (see Note 3)
Community Practice Approaches - 2010HSV
Listed elective
Human Services Research - 2002HSV
Working in Organisations - 2031HSV
Note 1: Students enrolled in the Distance Education offering of the Bachelor of Human Services are required to attend a one-week (Monday-Friday) compulsory intensive at the Gold Coast campus as part of this course.
Note 2: For students entering the program in Year 2 and are required to complete the English Language Enhancement course.
Note 3: For students who completed the English Language Enhancement course in Year 1, 1015HSV must be completed in Year 2/Trimester 1.
Year 3
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Social Construction of Welfare - 2013HSV
Listed elective
Influencing Policy and Legislation - 3003HSV
Counselling Individuals and Families - 3020HSV (see Note 2)
Field Placement - 3011HSV
Ethics and Professional Practice - 3007HSV
You will be prepared for a career in community planning and development, welfare services, family support, mental health services, correctional services, policy development and research, rehabilitation services, women's services, and youth work.
OSHC: 609 ($) AUD per year
