Bachelor of Social Work

Eastern Institute of Technology

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) supports people from the Tairāwhiti and Hawke’s Bay communities in becoming competent social work practitioners within their communities, Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. It enables registration as a social work practitioner in Aotearoa New Zealand.The objective of this programme is to produce graduates that:Are empathic, non-judgmental, respectful, resilient and self-aware.Demonstrate integrity, authenticity and professionalism.Take a critical, reflective approach to social work practice that includes the use of supervision, continuing professional development, on-going learning and personal wellbeing.Are able to promote social justice and social change and to uphold the principles of human rights in both the Aotearoa New Zealand and global contexts.If you receive high grades in your third year of study, you may be invited to enrol on the Honours programme in your fourth year enabling you to graduate with a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours).