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Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

Bachelor's degree, Social sciences and humanities. University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.

Level
Bachelor's degree
Field
Social sciences and humanities
School
University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart
Location
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Tuition (first year)
34,450 AUD
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Feb 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
29,710 AUD a year
School type
Public
DLI number
00586B

Program overview

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is a bachelor's degree program in social sciences and humanities at University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart, a public institution in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, founded in 1890.

First-year tuition is listed at 34,450 AUD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Feb 2027.

Applications to University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart typically receive a decision in 7 days and 22 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 64,160 AUD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The visa application charge and the living-cost figure are set by the government and have changed in recent years. Tuition varies widely by provider and course. Use the Home Affairs pages for the current visa charge and funds requirement.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (AUD)
Tuition, first year34,450 AUD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)29,710 AUD
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total64,160 AUD

How the tuition compares in Australia

Our directory lists 406 bachelor's degree programs in social sciences and humanities at 29 schools in Australia. Their median first-year tuition is 35,000 AUD, and the middle half cost between 31,000 AUD and 36,000 AUD.

At 34,450 AUD, Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is 2% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 9,900 AUD to 51,950 AUD.

Lower-cost bachelor's degree options in social sciences and humanities

If budget matters, these bachelor's degree programs in social sciences and humanities have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Australia.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
College Diploma - Community Services (116171F) + Bachelor of Community Services (112414B)Stanley College - West Perth, Perth9,900 AUD
Bachelor of Community Services (112414B)Stanley College - Adelaide, Adelaide17,800 AUD
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)Sydney Metropolitan Institute of Technology (Sydney Met), Sydney22,400 AUD
Bachelor of Arts (Digital & Social Media) (104502B)Collarts, Melbourne24,880 AUD
Diploma of Communications and Creative Industries (092033G) + Bachelor of Social Science (079122D)Edith Cowan College - Joondalup, Joondalup26,000 AUD
Bachelor of Social Work (062654D)University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) - Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs26,750 AUD

Plan for the Feb 2027 intake

Working back from a Feb 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. The main intakes are February or March and July, with some providers adding more. Plan your application several months ahead.

ByStep
April 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
June 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
August 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
October 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
January 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Providers and the visa accept a range of tests such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE Academic, with minimums that depend on the course and provider.

  • Class 12 marksheets and certificate (or the school's accepted equivalent).
  • A personal statement or statement of purpose.
  • A reference from a teacher or school.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (subclass 500)

Students from India need a Student visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia. Department of Home Affairs decides the application.

The subclass 500 visa requires an enrolment at a registered provider, health cover for the stay and evidence that you are a genuine student with enough money. Policy settings for international students have changed often, so use the Home Affairs pages as the source of truth.

  • Choose a course at a provider registered for international students and apply for admission.
  • Accept the offer, pay the required deposit and receive the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  • Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the stay.
  • Prepare the genuine student statement, financial evidence, English evidence and identity documents, then apply online.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Eligibility depends on the qualification, the visa stream and age limits, and settings have changed, so read the current requirements.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)?

First-year tuition is listed at 34,450 AUD. Living costs are extra; University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart estimates 29,710 AUD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Feb 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) a degree?

It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in Australia?

You need a Student visa (subclass 500), decided by Department of Home Affairs. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Tasmania (UTAS) - Hobart, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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