The Faculty of Education and Social Work specialises in teaching and research in the fields of Education and Social Work. In addition to conducting research in these two areas the faculty offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programs.
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About the Faculty
The disciplines of Education and Social Work each have a long tradition at the University of Sydney. The Faculty of Education and Social Work was established in January 2003. On amalgamation comprised two schools from the former Faculty of Education and a new school - Social Work and Policy Studies - which was formerly part of the Faculty of Arts. In January 2006 it was re-structured to form a one-school faculty.
The Faculty is located in three buildings with modern facilities for the training of educators and social workers. Specialist facilities include a bio-mechanics laboratory, computer laboratories, a dance studio, two drama studios, visual arts workshops, specialist laboratories for science and technology education, a television studio and well equipped lecture and tutorial rooms.
Location
This section describes the location, principal address of the faculty, and links to maps of the university.
History
This section gives a brief overview of the history of the Faculty, from 1911 to the present.
Faculty Management
This section provide a layout of the faculty management positions and links to the corresponding staff members
Divisions
The Faculty's Divisions administer the courses and programs in the faculty, including Graduate Programs, Undergraduate Programs, Professional Development, Research, and International. The Faculty prides itself on the provision of quality educational opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Division of Professional Learning provides services to students and offers continuing studies, short courses and support for professionals in education and social work.
Research Centres and Units
The Faculty maintains a number of research centres and units, that support and administer Faculty research and teaching.
Staff in the Faculty
This section provides a brief directory of administrative, academic and general staff involved in the Faculty of Education and Social Work.
Faculty Affiliations
Information about those institutions, professional bodies and associations, including partnership schools, which have an affiliation with the Faculty.