Bachelor of Applied Social Science
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
The Bachelor of Applied Social Science is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with a broad understanding of theory and evidence-based practice of applied social sciences. COURSE DESCRIPTION Do you want to make a difference in your community and on society? Do you have a deep desire to help…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Applied Social Science is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with a broad understanding of theory and evidence-based practice of applied social sciences.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Do you want to make a difference in your community and on society? Do you have a deep desire to help people? The Bachelor of Applied Social Science trains and equips you to assist others in a professional and caring manner, based on evidence-based interventions and best-practice principles. You can choose to specialise in either counselling, chaplaincy & pastoral care, youth work, community work, or cross-cultural community work, with course content and experience meeting appropriate industry requirements.
You will be learning from qualified and experienced health and industry-specific professionals. This course combines theoretical foundations with skill development and the practical experience required to work effectively in a range of applied social science contexts. With an emphasis on skill development and practical experience, you will learn to work professionally to help others.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge:
Understanding and knowledge of historic and current thinking within the social sciences; in-depth ethical, theoretical and practical knowledge about providing informed care to others; as well as a broad and coherent understanding of the dynamic relationship between the two.
Broad, coherent and practical knowledge about the underlying principles and concepts for both maintaining currency in their chosen profession and independent lifelong learning; the limits inherent in these and their relevance to selfcare and professional conduct;
Skills:
- Able to critically and respectfully debate the nature of self, others and the world in which they live; exercising judgement and the ability to research, analyse, consolidate and synthesise relevant materials from the social sciences to substantiate their claims.
- Appraise individual and cultural diversity in both development and relationships and the practice implications of these; demonstrate the cognitive, technical and creative abilities to maintain these skills in changing contexts
- Display self-awareness and the ability to be self-evaluative
- Communicate effectively and creatively, through electronic media, orally and in writing with individuals, families, groups and organisations
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Your graduate employment opportunities can include diverse roles such as:
Community, Case Worker or Youth Worker
School, Hospital, Community or other Chaplain
Policy, Project or Family Support Officer
Support Service Officer specialising in areas such as health, women, disability, children, migration, and refugees
Accredited Counsellor (with CCAA) – specialising in areas such as schools, community work, careers, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years)
Applicants admitted on the basis of their recent secondary education must demonstrate the completion of Australian Higher School Certificate with an ATAR of no less than 65 (or the completion of an International Baccalaureate or overseas equivalent qualification and result) for admission into this course.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification will demonstrate the completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification awarded by an authorised institution or registered training organisation (RTO).
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 5 Higher Education Diploma (or higher) by an authorised institution for admission into this course.
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
If you are over the age of 21 at the time of commencement, you can apply for admission into this course on the basis of provisional entry, and complete the provisional entry qualifying period to become a full candidate.
Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 6.5. IELTS (or equivalent) is not required for applicants who have undertaken five years of required higher education study (or equivalent) in English from an approved country or who have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification awarded in English under the Australian Qualification Framework by an authorised institution or registered training organisation.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Alphacrucis College (AC) is an educational provider based in Australia- offering courses in ministry & theology, leadership, business, chaplaincy, counselling, teaching and music. AC has highly qualified and experienced faculty, ranking among world-leading researchers in their fields, who combine specialist knowledge with creative and innovative learning experiences.
