Course Description

The Bachelor of Social Science degree at Edith Cowan University is intended to broaden students’ understanding of themselves, their community and society as well as prepare them for work as policy makers, managers and practitioners within the community/public service sector.

Career Prospects

This program is intended to prepare students for work as policy makers, managers and practitioners within the community/public service sector.

Program Duration

This degree program consists of 11 units and can be completed in 24 months.

Entry Requirement

Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (Teaching) & Diploma in Early Childhood Care

and Education (Leadership)

 OR Polytechnic Diploma in related field

Course Modules

• Introduction to Community Work
• Introduction to Social Analysis
• Social Policy
• Culture, Equity and Diversity
• Vulnerable People and  Communities
• Community Development
• Professional Placement
• Social Research and Program Evaluation
• Leadership & Management in Community Services
• Ethics in Human Services
• Designing Family Support Program

Intake

Jan / May / Sept

Delivery Method

Each academic term is a 3-month period covering 2-3 modules of study. Students will attend lectures session in this

course. This course consists of 11 units and may be completed in 24 months. Each unit is supported with 30 contact

hours over each academic term conducted on weekday evenings and/or weekends to suit the busy schedules of

students enrolled in this course.

Assessment Methods

Most courses will be formally assessed by examination, essays and/or case studies.

Graduation and Degree

Students who successfully complete the program will be awarded the prestigious Bachelor of Social Science (Major

in Children and Family Studies) Degree of Edith Cowan University. The degree will be the same as that granted to

on-campus students of the University.