Foundation Studies - Communication and Social Context (FS022COM) (108492M) + Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) (BH105) (079596C)

Foundation Studies - Communication and Social Context (FS022COM) (108492M): Foundation Studies is delivered by the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training, a fully owned entity of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University. Foundation Studies provides students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for their future academic success.

Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Melbourne, close to cafés, shops, arts and entertainment precincts, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training’s Foundation Studies specialist staff support students every step of the way. The university provides opportunities to develop students' global and social network, setting them up for success at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and into the future.

To ensure students get the best start to their studies, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology has invested in careers counselling, academic and welfare support for international students to access when and where it suits them.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) (BH105) (079596C): Social workers promote the well-being of individuals, families and communities. They apply their interdisciplinary knowledge about Australian society, social problems and human needs to foster social change and transform lives.

RMIT University has been teaching social work for over 40 years, and courses continue to reflect contemporary ideas about social work and its place in a changing world.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honors) graduates are resilient, outspoken members of society who advocate a fairer world for all. In the Honors year, students will have the opportunity to pursue a topic on interest in more depth through a traditional thesis or capstone project.

Students will study subjects including social work, social science and research. Field education forms a large component of the social work degree. They will undertake 140 days of work placements within human service and community service organizations.

Please note that applicants from some countries will be required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee will go towards the tuition deposit for any students who enrol.