University Of Canterbury Bachelor of Social Work with Honours

This highly regarded interdisciplinary degree will engage you in both theory and practice, equipping you for a wide range of people-related work.



The Bachelor of Social Work with Honours (BSW(Hons)) at UC is Aotearoa New Zealand’s most established Social Work programme. The BSW(Hons) is ideal for those with a commitment to working with others in overcoming personal and institutional barriers to wellbeing, and promoting the full potential of people.

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For the full degree requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours.



For study planning help, contact the UC Liaison Office | Te Rōpū Takawaenga o UC (new students) or a College of Arts | Te Rāngai Toi Tangata Student Advisor (advancing students).

For more information on facilities, resources, and staff, see the College of Arts | Te Rāngai Toi Tangata.



For more general information, email [email protected] or freephone 0800 VARSITY (827 748).