Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work from The University of Western Australia is a one-year full-time course, or up to four years part time. Areas available for study include family-based practice, community and statutory practice, gender and cultural issues, issues of disability, as well as management.

Career Pathways

This course will provide skills, expertise, knowledge and understanding, which will assist you in taking the next step in your career.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory for Practice

Research Methods

Advanced Community Practice

Professional Supervision

Group Work

Indigenous Policy and Practice

Health and Human Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work View 45 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

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

Student insurance

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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 024808F

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—

a relevant bachelor's degree or graduate certificate, or an equivalent qualification, as recognized by UWA; and

at least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.

A relevant graduate certificate includes a Graduate Certificate in Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice, and Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice.

Tuition Fee

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International

38600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38600 AUD per year during 12 months.
National

21400 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21400 AUD per year during 12 months.

Domestic Student Fees

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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