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Graduate Certificate in Social Science

Course Overview

The course provides a pathway for prospective students who intend to study social work but do not have the pre-requisite social science knowledge in their undergraduate degree. It provides for students to develop knowledge of sociology, psychology, Australian society and academic and professional communication that are the building blocks for the social work course at the Master’s level.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Social Science, students will be able to:

• Articulate and critically evaluate the relevance of sociological theories for social work theory and practice.
• Conceptualise the underpinning psychological theories for social work knowledge and practice.
• Demonstrate an understanding of key issues of Australian society.
• Utilize cognitive and communication skills to relate to diversity of people and cultures.