Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Social Work
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Campus
Windermere Campus
Summary
*This course is pending approval Are you ready to step into a purposeful, values led career in the social sector? The Bachelor of Social Work (Te Ata Māhina) is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and shaped by te ao Māori. Inspired by the first light of dawn, this degree reflects the promise of new beginnings, growth, and transformation—for you and the communities you will serve.The course will help you develop the knowledge, practical skills, and professional attributes needed to work effectively across a wide range of social service settings. You’ll learn relationship centred practice that strengthens your sense of identity, builds meaningful connections, and grows your confidence to advocate for social justice and equity.Learning is also real world focused, with field placements providing hands on experience in diverse settings. You’ll be supported to work alongside individuals, whānau, hapū, iwi, and communities in ways that uphold dignity, self determination, and collective wellbeing.Aligned with the Social Workers Registration Board core competencies, this degree offers a clear pathway to professional registration in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally. You’ll graduate as a reflective, capable practitioner—ready to promote social change, uphold human rights, and create meaningful, lasting impact.
Entry criteria
To gain entry to the Bachelor of Social Work you must be:
17 years of age or over A New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have the requisite visa for study purposes Able to demonstrate adequate literacy and/or numeracy skills to enable you to meet all academic and health and safety requirements of the course.
Academic Entry Criteria If you are a domestic applicants under 20 years old you must have:
University Entrance as per New Zealand Qualification Authority specifications, OR Evidence of recent study at Level 4 or higher on the NZQF.
If you are a domestic applicant 20 years old and over you must have demonstrated academic ability (at NZQA Level 4 or equivalent) to undertake the Bachelor of Social Work and have the ability to succeed through personal attributes, work and life experience. Other Requirements If you have had a criminal conviction at any time in the past you must declare the circumstances in confidence as part of the selection process; All applicants accepted will be required to provide a signed consent form which allows Toi Ohomai to check your record of convictions upon entry, during and prior to completing the degree; You will be accepted only after the police check is processed. All applicants with any convictions will be required to attend an individual interview with a relevant department staff member; and Two character references are required. These should be from persons in positions of trust such as an employer, teacher, pastor, kaumātua or kuia. References from family, friends or work colleagues will not be accepted.
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