Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
- Course CRICOS Code:0100481
- World Ranking (QS):NO.230
- Course Duration:2 years
- Australian State:Western AustraliaWA
- Australian City:Perth
- Course Intake:Block Session 5
Course Description
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is a mid-year entry, fast-track option to becoming a social worker for those who already hold a bachelor degree in a related area.
Social work draws on knowledge from a range of disciplines including sociology psychology, politics, philosophy, health and economics. Social workers are committed to social justice, human rights and social change. They work with and alongside individuals, groups and communities to improve people’s quality of lives, promote positive relationships, and advocate for human rights.
The course focuses on how people understand and interact with each other, their communities and society.
This course has mixed modes of delivery, including online, on-campus intensive blocks and fieldwork. Please check individual unit information for tuition method.
You will complete 14 weeks or 2 semester's worth (1000 hours) of supervised fieldwork placements in the course for professional identity development.
Basic Information
| Course Discipline |
Social Work |
| Faculty |
Faculty of Humanties |
| Qualification Level |
Masters Degree (Postgraduate) |
| 2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) |
$AUD 40,500 |
| Course Duration |
2 years |
| Campus(es) |
Perth |
Entry Requirements
| Academic Requirements |
A relevant bachelor degree, including at least one year of study of the individual or society, with a credit (65 per cent) average. However, selection is competitive and this cut-off may be higher. If you do not have this background you may be required to undertake additional bridging units. |
| English Requirements |
IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 7.0) |
| Portfolio Required |
NO |
| Work Experience Required |
NO |