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BA Social Work

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of the Witwatersrand

Program Overview

The Social Work Department strives to be a centre of excellence in promoting social change, development, and the wellbeing of people, through research, teaching, and community service. Social workers help individuals, groups, and communities solve problems relating to human relationships, and facilitate the empowerment and liberation of people by enhancing their wellbeing and promoting social change. Principles of human rights, anti-oppression, and social justice form the foundation of the profession.

Program Key Stats

R49190 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Original School Leaving Certificates and /or Tertiary Qualifications for Matriculation Exemption, APS: 34+ , English Home Language OR First Additional Language: Level 5,, Applicants with an APS of 30-33, as well as English 6 and Mathematics 6, will be wait-listed subject to place availability.English Language (O Level: A-C | A Level: A-E | AS Level: A-D), Potential social work students are required to write a National Benchmark Test (NBT)

Career Options

  • Social Activist
  • Social Service Provider
  • Politician
  • Counsellor

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