Course Level
Diploma
Diploma in Social and Human Services
Make a difference in people’s lives in a field with endless opportunities. A diploma offers you the opportunity to upskill with a qualification. You will also receive guaranteed entry into over 70 degrees and up to 80 units of credit into the Bachelor of Social Science. Upon completion, you are also eligible for competitive entry into the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). Learn to understand and analyse the world around you while you develop practical solutions to create positive change. You will learn how you can support individuals, communities and workplaces across a broad spectrum of scenarios. Receive support from the Pathways team. You will have access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for study and courses with smaller sizes.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Coast - Gosford Central | Full-time - 1 years Part-time - 4 years | N/A | 50 |
Structure
The Diploma in Social and Human Services requires the completion of 80 units.
Entry requirements
- The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, vocational/professional experience, and completed enabling programs. To be considered for admission, applicants must have an unadjusted ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above.
Study Pathways
If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.
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