Contemporary Practice Approaches

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SOWK 4000
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Course ID
208140
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
4
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

To enable students to further develop their knowledge of social work theories and contribute to debates on contested theoretical positions in social work.

Course learning outcomes

  • Interpret and explain a range of social work theories.
  • Critically analyse the applicability of a range of social work theories to a range of social work practice fields.
  • Evaluate contested theoretical positions in the social work literature.
  • Engage in reflective practice to grow a social work identity informed by theory.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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