
Overview
The newly updated Social Work (Qualifying) programme from University of Tasmania will give you key skills in ethical, innovative and collaborative social work practice.
The new curriculum will equip you with advanced knowledge of social work research principles and methods. It also includes 1,000 hours of supervised professional field education placement, and students are encouraged to take part in additional project and research work with communities and industry.
You will graduate as a creative and ethical communicator who respectfully uses knowledge to meet the needs of diverse social work client groups, communities and organisations. You will be able to respond to social justice and human rights challenges in ways that are culturally sensitive, principled, and effective.
Career
The skills and expertise our Social Work graduates gain equips them for a diverse range of rewarding careers, including:
- child safety practitioner
- social worker
- project manager
- youth worker
- mental health practitioner
- researcher
- policy analyst and advisor
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Visit university websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Social Innovation, Sustainability and Regenerative Social Work
- Contexts of Social Work Practice
- Communication and Assessment Skills in Social Work
- Social Work Theories, Values and Frameworks for 21 st Century
- Practice
- Social Work Practicum
- Social Work Exhibition and Social Work Thesis
- Social Work Research Practice
- Trauma and Justice
- Professional Pathway Social Work Practicum
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- It is recommended that students living overseas should apply at least 3 months prior to semester start date.
Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Social Work Psychology Sociology View 94 other Masters in Psychology in AustraliaExplore more key information
Visit university websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Code: 098281J
A bachelor's degree other than in Social Work from the University of Tasmania or approved tertiary institution with:
- a major or equivalent in a related field such as social sciences, behavioural sciences, psychology, nursing or education.
- a minimum of 8 units (100 credit points) or equivalent in the studies of society and the studies of behavioural or psychological sciences. Of these units, at least one must be in the social sciences and at least one unit in behavioural and psychological sciences.
- these 8 units (100 credit points) must have been completed within 10 years of admission to the Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
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Visit university websiteTuition Fee
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International
35561 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 71123 AUD for the full programme during 24 months.
- Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee and is incorporated in the fees you pay for.
Living costs for Hobart
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Social Work (Qualifying).
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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