
Overview
This is for students with any undergraduate degree who would like to pursue a professional qualification in social work.
About The Course
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 Pathways
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.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme 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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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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Social Work Sociology View 38 other Masters in Sociology in AustraliaExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS: 065091K
- 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.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
32200 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 64400 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 24 months. -
National
20100 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 40200 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.
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.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.