Overview

The Social Work (Qualifying) program at Western Sydney University combines academic rigour, exceptional research training, blended and work-based learning, and 1,008 hours of field education.

As a student of Western Sydney University you will undertake traditional academic units as well as completing assessed placements. The combination of blended and work-based learning is a distinguishing feature of this degree.

There is a strong emphasis on our students moving beyond the University and working on projects with people in the community and workplace. It is specifically designed to ensure you graduate with hands-on skills working with the community at large – skills that can take your career to the next level.

In addition to emerging with a Master qualification, you will also be equipped with the practical education required to meet Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) standards.

Your career

With a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), there are so many ways to influence the world you'll live in.

Become a caseworker/manager and make a difference in the areas of child protection, drug and alcohol services or community health

Take on an exciting research role

Become a counsellor and change the lives of people struggling with emotional issues

Influence the development of social policy

Get involved in Human Services and help Improve aged care, communities, education providers and transport services

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work Practice Methods

Theories of the Social

Research in the Social Sciences

Theories of Difference and Diversity

Social Work (Qualifying) Field Education

Leadership in Organisations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

65

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work View 47 other Masters in Social Work in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

65

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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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: 088712G

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in the areas of Health, Education or Society and Culture, with a minimum of eight (8) units completed in psychology or sociology.

Or

Applicants must have completed the Western Sydney University Postgraduate Bridging Program (Social Work) course.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Tuition Fee

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International

30960 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30960 AUD per year during 24 months.

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for domestic students.

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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