3 years Full time or 6 years Part time
The Diploma of Social and Human Services is your gateway to a fulfilling career, with the potential to make a positive impact on individuals and communities. Explore foundational subjects such as Human Development and Behaviour, Equity and Diversity, and Interpersonal Skills, laying the groundwork for your future career path. Under the guidance of industry experts with extensive links to relevant sectors, government, and non-government organisations, you will gain invaluable insights into practices in Australia. This flexible diploma allows you to explore various areas of interest within human services and social work before committing to a specific degree. This ensures that you have the opportunity to discover your passion and tailor your educational journey accordingly, providing a solid foundation for your future career path. For more course information, visit Diploma of Social and Human Services at GU.
Griffith University
Online students must be available to attend four compulsory five-day face-to-face intensive on campus course. The Minimum Selection Threshold (ATAR/Selection Rank) for Trimester 1, 2026 entry will be 60.00.
Upon successful completion of this diploma, you will be offered guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours).
This is an indicative only amount for first year fees. For further information refer to griffith.edu.au/fees-charges
Students must meet all professional practice requirements. For more information, visit Health Placement Support Hub.
Applicants must meet the minimum age requirements for admission, see the QTAC website for details.
Griffith VET Guarantee and the Year 12 Early Offer Guarantee apply to this program. For more information visit Guaranteed Admission at GU.
Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C).
For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.
Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.
For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.
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Upon completion, you’ll have laid a strong foundation for diverse career opportunities in community planning and development, welfare services, mental health support, policy development, and rehabilitation services. With a comprehensive understanding of theory and practice, you’ll be prepared to enter the workforce and make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of individuals and communities. For those interested in pursuing Social Work, graduates of Griffith University’s Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) are equipped to take on various roles, including child protection, youth work, mental health services, community development, and policy planning. Similarly, for Human Services graduates, career paths include community planning, welfare services, family support, child protection, correctional services, disability support, and policy development, among others.