1. Home >
2. Arts | Toi Tangata >
3. Schools and departments >
4. Social Work >

Social Work

Tauwhiro Hapori

Social Work degrees combine academic courses with intensive skills development and internship experience in the field.  There are two options for gaining a first professional qualification.  Those without a prior degree can complete a four-year Bachelor of Social Work while those with a relevant degree can apply for entry to the Master's of Social Work (Applied).  Graduates of both degrees are eligible to apply for registration as a social worker in New Zealand and overseas.

Bachelor of Social Work (Hons)

The Bachelor of Social Work with Honours is for students who have not completed another degree.

Master of Social Work (Applied)

The MSW (Applied) is the pathway for students with a prior degree in an approved discipline.

Postgraduate and scholarships

Explore your options for a postgraduate qualification in Social Work.

Field work, research and careers

See where undergraduate and postgraduate study in Social Work can take you.

Learn from our students' experiences

Meet Jasvin Lala, studing towards a Master of Social Work (Applied).

Staff contact and research profiles

Contact us for advice and inquiries, and link to our full research and publications profile.

News, events and seminars

Fiona’s gift helps social workers to help others

#Philanthropy@UC A young woman who cared about people and held a strong sense of social justice has created a powerful ...

Divorced grannies provide more childcare - new ...

Grandparents often play an important role in childcare, but some are more involved than others, University of Canterbury ...

Arts Update Te Rāngai Toi Tangata Blog

News, views and events from the University of Canterbury College of Arts