The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Bachelor of Arts (BSW Hons BA) is a 5.5-year Dual degree. The BSW Hons BA provides an opportunity for you to undertake the courses required for the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) program, as well as courses from the Bachelor of Arts program, including an approved major and minor stream, providing you with all the benefits of an education in the Humanities, Social Sciences and the Creative and Performing Arts. Learning Outcomes Arts Articulate disciplinary theories and practices, and integrate them with cross-disciplinary concerns and connections. Articulate a broad and coherent body of knowledge about foundational aspects of society, culture and/or the arts from local, national and international perspectives. Undertake rigorous and engaged scholarly enquiry and analysis Collaborate effectively with others. Communicate and debate complex ideas in a range of different contexts using a variety of suitable media Exhibit initiative and self-direction Critically and creatively employ disciplinary bodies of knowledge and appraise disciplinary perspectives in professional practice and/or scholarship. Justify a position in relation to foundational aspects of society, culture and/or the arts Engage proactively with complex problems in professional practice and/or scholarship. Continuously acquire knowledge and skills and reflect on existing knowledge and skills for personal and career fulfilment. Act ethically, respectfully and responsibly Social Work (Honours) Critically analyse and synthesise knowledge, values and power relations, and apply reflective thinking skills to inform professional judgement and practice. Articulate the principles of culturally responsive and inclusive practice, recognising the complexity of personal, social and cultural identity. Assess and analyse needs to inform practice including demonstrating capacity for systematic inquiry and ability to conduct a professional project or piece of research. Communicate effectively orally and in writing, demonstrating capacity for establishing respectful and accountable relationships with diverse people Recognise the moral and legal rights of individuals, groups and communities and manage ethical dilemmas and issues arising in social work practice consistent with social work values and ethical practice. Demonstrate capacity to receive and use supervision to enhance practice, and exhibit commitment to own professional development, attitudes and behaviour. Practice collaborative team work, demonstrating understanding of group dynamics as they apply to teamwork Formulate written records in accordance with ethical principles and demonstrate understanding of privacy and other legal parameters Apply social work and other relevant theories and concepts and demonstrate high level systemic thinking within a human rights and social justice framework.