This Master of Social Work from The University of Western Australia prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies.
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This is for students with any undergraduate degree who would like to pursue a professional qualification in social work.
The Master of Social Work from The University of Western Australia prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies. The course is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and is regarded as a qualifying master's course.
Career
Social workers work with individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to create positive outcomes and to empower marginalised or disenfranchised members of society. They promote change at individual, family, community and policy levels.
Accreditation
The Master of Social Work is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers and graduates are eligible to apply for membership.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Social Work Knowledge, Theory and Values
- Indigenous People and Social Work
- Field Education: First Placement
- Social Work in Health and Human Services Contexts Par
- Field Education: Final Placement
- Introduction to Psychosocial Theory
- Introduction to Social Work Methods
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 96 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
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English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
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General Requirements
- a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA and
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent or equivalent as recognised by UWA.
Tuition Fee
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31596 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 63200 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.
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Domestic average annual fee: $8934
Living costs for Perth
- 1328 - 2370 AUD/monthLiving 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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