Bachelor of Applied Social Work (Level 7)

Entry requirements

• IELTS6.5 overall
• TOEFL iBT85

Prerequisites

General admission requirements Applicants must meet the following criteria for admission into the programme: A New Zealand Police Check (using the NZ Police and Vetting Consent to Disclosure of Information form) that demonstrates applicant has no criminal record and thus meets the requirements to be registered with the SWRB and to work with at risk and vulnerable people as required by the Vulnerable Children Act (2014). Be 18 years of age or over at the commencement of the programme; OR , applicants below the age of 18, will be considered for admission (by the Programme Committee) where the applicant is: (i) employed, in a paid or voluntary capacity in a social service context and able to provide a current, written recommendation from their employer, or voluntary service provider demonstrating their suitability for the programme; or (ii) Due to reach the minimum 18 age requirement within one month of the commencement date of the programme. Complete all required admission administration documentation. Provide two satisfactory references. Demonstrate suitability to complete vocational social work degree level study at an interview. The following interview criteria will apply: (i) At the time of interview applicants will be required to undertake a comprehension and written exercise to help determine the level of academic support they would require prior to and during the programme, if they were offered a place. (ii) Interviews may be conducted in person, by phone, Skype, or by e