The Bachelor of Technology in Social Careers (BUT CS) prepares students for careers that are developing in line with societal changes and the problems they face. These careers are currently in high demand in a challenging economic and social climate, marked by widening inequalities (in employment, housing, education, culture, health, the environment, etc.). They focus on personal and collective development, as well as reducing cultural, social, environmental, and territorial vulnerabilities.

The Social Work track within the Bachelor of Technology (BUT) in Social Services covers sectors of activity related to social action, child protection, family, and socio-professional integration. This BUT trains future professionals who work within public and private institutions operating in the field of social and medico-social intervention, providing social support to vulnerable populations.

Educational goals :

The three-year program comprises 1800 hours of instruction, organized into lectures, tutorials, and practical work, in addition to 600 hours of supervised projects and internships: a 4-week introductory internship during the first year, an 8-week practical internship during the second year, and a 14-week professionalization internship in the third year.^rd year. Internships allow students to gain an introduction to activities related to helping people or actions of collective interest.

Training opportunities:

At the end of 2023, the unemployment rate in Réunion, like in other overseas regions and departments, exceeded 20%, highlighting a persistent problem.

This limited access to employment has the direct consequence of impoverishing certain segments of the population of Réunion, since in 2024, the poverty rate in Réunion was 36%. It is therefore a territory that needs social workers, especially since, as throughout France, the retirement of many of them guarantees easier access to employment for young graduates.

Since the agreement signed in February 2024 between the University – the University Institute of Technology (IUT) of Reunion Island, the Reunion Island Region and the Association for Research and Training in Social Intervention – Indian Ocean Regional Institute of Social Work (ARFIS-OI IRTS), 10 students per year can prepare in addition to their Bachelor of Technology Social Careers Social Assistance Course (BUT CS AS) the State Diploma Social Work Assistant (DE ASS) which will allow entry into the job market with an additional qualification.

This adds an extra appeal to this course for Parcoursup candidates.

The BUT is the benchmark diploma for University Institutes of Technology (IUTs). By enrolling in a BUT program, students benefit from an integrated three-year curriculum, without further selection to obtain a bachelor's degree. The diploma is aligned with international standards and facilitates exchanges with foreign universities. Bachelor of Technology Parcours Éducation Spécialisée fully participates in the development of undergraduate professional training programs throughout the country. It is recognized as a Bachelor's degree under the decree on Professional Bachelor's degrees, comprising 180 ECTS credits.

A dual degree program is also offered in partnership with the Réunion Region and the Regional Institute of Social Work of Réunion (IRTS) to students selected for this program of excellence. Upon completion of their three years of training, they will be able to obtain:

The BUT Social Careers Social Assistance track + the State Diploma of Social Work Assistant (DE ASS).

Possible certifications: Project Voltaire (online solution dedicated to spelling and grammar and subject to certification) – PIX (online platform for the assessment and certification of digital skills)

Total working hours: 2029 hours.

• Year 1: 789 hours
• 2rd year: 740 hours
• 3rd year: 500 hours

The BUT Social Careers – Social Assistance track training program is based on a Competency-Based Approach (CBA), structured around four blocks:

Competency block 1: Designing interventions tailored to the challenges facing society:
This module develops the ability to analyze social transformations and to design appropriate intervention projects. Examples of resources : Contemporary issues, analysis of society, developing research in the humanities and social sciences, specific populations and challenges of social intervention…

Competency block 2: Building partnership dynamics:

This unit trains people to cooperate with different actors in the social sector to strengthen the effectiveness of actions.

Examples of resources : General principles of law, labor law and ethics, social policy, organization and partnership approach, network strategy and dynamics, social and solidarity economy…

Competency block 3:  Establishing an individual and/or collective relationship for social support:

This module aims to master social work methodology, interviewing techniques, and support methods for assisting clients. Examples of resources : Social intervention methodology, interview techniques, project methodology, developmental/group psychology, helping relationship, practice analysis…

Competency block 4:  To develop and transmit information within an ethical and professional framework:

This section deals with information management and adherence to ethical principles in professional practice. Resource examples : Expression and communication, Producing and delivering professional communication adapted to target audiences, Digital innovations and uses, communication and artistic practices, etc.

These resources are reinforced by theoretical teaching and practical situations: internships, Learning and Evaluation Situation (LES), case studies, action project.

The skills acquired during this training are in line with those of the RNCP record.

The National Programme (PN) for the BUT Social Careers Social Assistance track defines four essential skill blocks for social intervention professionals (the first two being common to all BUT Social Careers):

Skill Block 1 - Designing interventions tailored to the challenges facing society: By drawing on the contributions of the humanities and social sciences, taking into account the characteristics and needs of the target audiences, adopting an open approach to diversity, and relying on rigorous research methods, the aim is to develop a critical and reasoned analysis of social and territorial issues.

Skill Block 2 – Building Partnership Dynamics It is based on understanding institutional frameworks and local stakeholders, adopting an ethical stance, the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, using appropriate communication and mediation tools, and taking into account available resources. Ongoing professional development ensures the continuous adaptation of practices.

Competency Block 3 – Establishing an individual and/or group relationship for social support This involves mastering intervention methodologies, analyzing explicit or implicit requests, valuing the potential of individuals, adopting an ethical stance, and participating in an institutional and collaborative dynamic.

Skill Block 4 - To develop and transmit information within an ethical and professional framework: The aim is to encourage people to express themselves, to listen and rephrase, to search for and process information in a structured way, and to transmit it in a way that is appropriate for the audiences, teams and partners, using digital tools in a relevant way.

These combined skills enable coherent, ethical social action rooted in local realities.

Mandatory internship periods:

• In 1,^st year: 4 weeks
• In 2,^rd year: 8 weeks
• In 3,^rd year: 14 weeks

Additional internship periods for the dual degree program:

• In 1,^st year: 4 weeks
• In 2,^rd year: 4 weeks
• In 3,^rd year: 4 weeks

Over the three years of training, tutored projects are carried out with students within the framework of Learning and Evaluation Situations (LES).

Registration fees are set annually by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Space and are available on our institution's website: Register at the University of Reunion

• All grades with particular attention to literary disciplines and humanities (history, geography, economic and social sciences, law, philosophy, English).
• French grades (in the final year of high school or in the early baccalaureate exam).
• The candidate's level or progress, with attention to the ability to exert effort.
• The grades for specialized subjects in the baccalaureate, according to the academic tracks.
• Having the ability to translate theoretically discussed concepts into practical terms.
• Ability to work in project mode, in a group, in conjunction with external partners.
• Having a mastery of written and spoken French allows one to acquire new skills.
• Having a team spirit and knowing how to integrate into group work through projects and practical exercises.
• Knowing how to get involved in one's studies and putting in the work necessary for success.
• The candidate's satisfactory attendance or punctuality.
• To be motivated and curious about actions in the social, humanitarian and societal fields.
• Motivation to join the training (participation in open house days/immersion days, professional project, knowledge of the chosen course).
• Motivation for the specialty: commitment, desire to learn, involvement.
• To be able to commit.
• Interest, knowledge and involvement in actions in the social and humanitarian field.

• Report cards.
• Averages or grades obtained in the early French exams.
• Average grades and teacher comments on report cards.
• Averages or grades obtained in the BAC and/or early exams (specialties 1st and final year – exams and continuous assessment – ​​option).
• Future Profile.
• Training project.
• Activities and interests.

• General Baccalaureate degrees.
• Technological Baccalaureate: Health and Social Sciences and Technologies (ST2S).
• Technological Baccalaureate: Science and Technology of Management and Business (STMG).

Depending on the student's situation, applications to enter the first year of BUT take place according to two specific procedures (the national platform Parcoursup, Études en France).

Admission to the second and third years takes place on the platform Admission and on Studies in France for foreign students.

For more information, you can consult the university's student services page: https://www.univ-reunion.fr/choisir-sa-formation/inscriptions/etudiants-en-reinscription/

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Baccalaureate + 2 or equivalent

• New high school graduates from general or technological baccalaureate programs (ST2S, STMG)
• Students changing their academic path who come from the same high school diplomas

27 seats.

The admission dates for the first year of the BUT diploma are set nationally each year and are available on the platform. Parcoursup .

For admission to the second and third years of the BUT program, the schedule is determined by the institution. It is available on the student services page of the university website: Students re-registering

2021-2024 Cohort:

• Success rate 1^st year: 78%
• Success rate 2^rd year: 93%
• Goal success rate: 92%

2022-2025 Cohort:

• Success rate 1^st year: 88%
• Success rate 2^rd year: 96%
• Goal success rate: 100%

Some examples of further studies:

• State diploma in social work, special education or early childhood education (bridging course to 2nd year)^rd year).
• 3rd year of Bachelor's degree (L3) in social sciences, psychology, sociology, anthropology, education sciences.
• Master's degree in Management of Health and Social Organizations.
• Master's degree in Teaching, Education and Training Professions – 1st level, educational supervision (Senior Education Advisor – CPE).
• Master's degree in Social Intervention and Development.
• Master's degree in social and solidarity economy.
• Master's degree in Social Work, etc.

The sectors of activity and types of employment targeted by this training correspond to those listed in the RNCP record

The main sectors of professional integration – main career opportunities:

• Social work assistant (if the diploma is obtained through the excellence scheme).
• Social worker in the areas of delinquency, unemployment, precariousness and dependency of the elderly or people with disabilities.
• Social development and/or integration agent.
• Local social technician or coordinator.
• Court-appointed guardian for the protection of adults.