Bachelor of Human Services (BHumanServ)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2263
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
13/73
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
746201 - B Human Services
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Social Work and Human Services
Email: swahs@social.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2263
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 058266F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Human Services?
Human service practitioners help everyday people in need. Professional practice in the human services is complex, challenging and very rewarding because it's about making a real difference in people's lives and building a better world. The Bachelor of Human Services prepares students to work in a range of human service roles with a focus on children and youth, and/or community development. Students will learn about social issues and problems and how they occur, as well as the theory, professional ethics and value base that is the foundation of human service practice. The degree focuses on how best to help people deal with real life difficulties. It is the first step towards a professional career that is exciting and always changing. In order to develop job ready skills and abilities students undertake two professional placements in community-based human service agencies. These work placements help to secure employment for many students and they meet the accreditation guidelines of the AustralianCommunity Workers Association.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Human Services
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Studies
- Applied Psychology
- Criminology
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- Public Policy
- Sociology
Placement courses
Compulsory Placement Course
Students are required to complete work placements that involves 400 hours. Students may incur costs associated with their placements (e.g. travel, parking, stationery). Every effort is made to place students within a reasonable distance of their home base to minimise travel costs and travel time for students. Students are generally placed at Ipswich, Brisbane, and southeast Queensland.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing placement. Students can apply for a Blue Card through the Ipswich office of the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences and should do so three months before their placement is due to commence.
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Human Services
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
746201 - B Human Services
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 058266F
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Human Services
Careers
Graduates find employment in a range of fields, including:
- Youth Development Officer
- Youth Worker
- Youth Outreach and Information Worker
- Child Safety Support Officer
- Community Development Officer
- Community Worker
- Case Manager
- Case Worker
- Project Officer
- Program Co-ordinator
- Outreach Worker
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Human Services
To complete the Bachelor of Human Services, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #48 comprising:
- #32 compulsory courses from the BHumanServ list; and
- #16 which could consist of one of the following options:
- a major, or
- two minors, or
- one minor and #8 free electives, or
- #16 free electives.
To declare a major, a student must complete #16 in accordance with a major as specified in the list. To declare a minor, a student must complete #8 from a major list, of which no more than #4 may be introductory.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services.
