COURSE CURRICULUM

This degree is structured to give students both depth and flexibility in their studies by combining a major with supplementary units, including minors and electives. For students in Children and Family Studies, the program requires completing 17 major units totaling 270 credit points, alongside 6 elective or minor units adding up to 90 credit points. The Human Services and Community Work pathway follows the same format, with 17 major units and 6 electives or minors, totaling the same credit points. This design allows students to deeply engage with core subjects within their chosen major while also exploring additional disciplines or topics through elective units. The balance between required major units and flexible electives helps students develop specialized knowledge and practical skills tailored to their career aspirations. It also encourages broader learning, enabling students to gain interdisciplinary insights relevant to community and human services work. The major units cover critical areas related to social work, family dynamics, community support, and human services policies. Electives provide the opportunity to expand expertise in areas such as social justice, cultural diversity, child development, or other complementary fields. This combination equips graduates with a well-rounded education and practical understanding of how communities function and change over time, as well as how to support individuals and families effectively. The course’s structure emphasizes both theoretical learning and applied knowledge, often including field placements or practical projects to build real-world experience. Overall, the program prepares students to enter the workforce with confidence and competence, ready to make meaningful contributions to social welfare, community development, and support services. The inclusion of minors or electives means students can customize their education to fit personal passions and evolving industry demands, maximizing their employability and impact after graduation.