UNE has been helping busy adults study from home longer than any other Australian university. With more than 60 years of experience it’s no wonder UNE has an unbroken record of maximum 5 star ratings, awarded by our students, for teaching quality, student support and overall experience in the Good Universities Guide 2007-2019.
UNE has been helping busy adults study from home longer than any other Australian university. With more than 60 years of experience it’s no wonder UNE has an unbroken record of maximum 5 star ratings, awarded by our students, for teaching quality, student support and overall experience in the Good Universities Guide 2007-2019.
The implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has created a demand for employees with specialist education and training in the disability and human services sector. UNE has developed an innovative and flexible program designed to equip you with the key knowledge and skills to help you adopt a more person-centered approach to people with a disability and their families.
Our Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master in Disability will develop your understanding of the scientific basis of disabilities, and how to apply evidence-based interventions to assist and manage clients’ lives most effectively. These degrees will help you and your organisation transition into the new era of disability service delivery, whether that be in the government, private or community sector.
You will study clinical and neurobiological, professional and ethical issues in disability management and NDIS business management, and be well prepared for the NDIS and the demand for new, client-driven services and support arising from the scheme.
The Graduate Certificate in NDIS Business Development has been designed to enhance your understanding and appreciation of the issues affecting the disability sector. As such it offers study of both legal and business frameworks which impact upon organisational operations that may affect the optimum delivery of client-focused services.
This qualification will allow existing managers, and those seeking managerial level employment within disability organisations to further their knowledge of legal processes and obligations relevant to organisational business development priorities in the NDIS. The Graduate Certificate in NDIS Business Development will assist with the ongoing refinement of existing managerial skills essential in an environment that has moved nationally to a business development model.
The Bachelor of Community Services will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to practice in multi-disciplinary health-related community settings. Whether you want to become a support worker, case manager or service coordinator, our Bachelor of Community Services will help you to develop the skills in identifying the problems individuals and communities face; understanding the social, economic and legal contexts of these issues, and provide help and support to achieve optimal outcomes.
You can choose a general program of study, or a major in Disability.
Social Work at UNE is uniquely designed to prepare you for work in diverse settings, particularly within rural and remote areas and communities. You will be exposed to a variety of situations throughout the course, to enable a better understand of how individuals, groups and communities experience issues such as social marginalisation, isolation and disempowerment.
UNE offers two Social Work degrees:
Our social work degrees are internationally recognised and accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers; and you are eligible for membership of this professional body.
Please see course details for individual course rules and admissions criteria. Note some degrees have mandatory intensive schools which require attendance on campus.
We have three teaching periods (trimesters), commencing in February/March, July and November, giving you greater choice about when and how much they study each year.
At UNE, online study is about the kind of flexibility and support that can only come from a university that has long understood the challenges faced by adults studying from home.
Online study can also be referred to as 'distance education' (sometimes also off-campus education, or external study) and provides an opportunity for you to study without having to physically attend a campus.
To make sure your learning can take place when it suits you, UNE provides online facilities which allow you to send questions, submit assignments, order library books, check your results and access other resources, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
As a UNE student, you will have access to our professional support services including:
We believe that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community.
Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter.
UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality.
Connect to online support at any time. If you are working on an assignment, you can upload a draft 24/7 and get detailed feedback in less than 24 hours.
Online after hours support (3pm – midnight) is available for foundation skills in maths, science, business studies, accounting, economics and statistics.
Academic literacy and assignment support is available for writing, assignments, research, referencing, and study skills.
Some online units have intensive schools (sometimes known as residential schools). They enable you to engage in practical exercises and classes that are designed to achieve specific learning outcomes. Intensive schools are a valuable and enjoyable experience that enrich the learning process and help build your networks.
To see if any units in your degree have on-campus intensive schools check the
“Looking at overall performance, UNE is Australia's best online university. It is a leading online university in arts, business, education and science. UNE is also the 3rd largest, has the equal highest course satisfaction rate, and produces high graduate salaries.”
- Online Study Australia