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Bachelor of Social Work

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Doctorate (PhD)

Perth
Take your qualifications in social work to the next level. The Doctor of Social Work is a research-based and research-driven advanced course for qualified social workers committed to their continuing professional education....
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a)(i) the degree of Bachelor of Social Work of this University with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(ii) the degree of Master of Social Work (by coursework and dissertation) of this University with Distinction or High Distinction, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(iii) the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work of this University with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(iv) the degree of Master of Advanced Social Work of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(v) the degree of Master of Arts (Social Work) of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty;
and
(b) the equivalent of at least two years' full-time post-qualified professional practice experience.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a)(i) the degree of Bachelor of Social Work of this University with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(ii) the degree of Master of Social Work (by coursework and dissertation) of this University with Distinction or High Distinction, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(iii) the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work of this University with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(iv) the degree of Master of Advanced Social Work of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or
(v) the degree of Master of Arts (Social Work) of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty;
and
(b) the equivalent of at least two years' full-time post-qualified professional practice experience.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
83.90%
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,105 per year / $32,420 total
International Tuition Fees
$35,200 per year

Masters (Research)

Parkville
The Master of Advanced Social Work (Research) allows you to combine coursework with extensive independent research in social work. It encourages an advanced practice-oriented and theoretical approach, and supports self-directed, lifelong learning.
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
86.50%

Diploma

Dandenong, Frankston
Free TAFE Pathways In addition to being a Free TAFE course, this course is also part of the Free TAFE Pathways initiative. The Australian Community Workers Association is a national professional body that accredits education and training courses for workers in the community services sector.
Entry Requirements

Admission requires the completion of the BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 3 - working level 4, for both literacy and numeracy., Applicants must be 18 years or over, Please note: Students must be able to produce a clear voluntary Working with Children Check and recent National Police Check is prior to commencing placement., Students who are unable to undertake placement will be unable to successfully complete the course.

Duration
2 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$19,637 total

Doctorate (PhD)

Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga
If you are an experienced practitioner in social work and human services, this degree gives you an opportunity to enrich and extend your professional practice and undertake research in professional or community settings.Areas of study include: social work practice, social policy, program evaluation,...
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
87.00%

Bachelor

Liverpool City, Parramatta South
This program is not available in 2021. However, if Community Welfare is your passion, you should apply for one of our related Social Sciences degrees.
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$26,240 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
85.30%

Bachelor

Cloud (Online), Waterfront (Geelong)
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
95.90%

Bachelor

Logan, Gold Coast
Want to help people? Feel passionate about social justice and human rights - then social work is the right profession for you.
Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

QTAC application information

Prerequisites: Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3&4, C)

UAC application information

Prerequisites: Any two units of English (Band 3)

Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$29,500 per year / $118,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$29,500 per year / $118,000 total
ATAR
68
Graduate Satisfaction
90.20%

Non-Award

Perth
This graduate entry master course provides the knowledge and skills to become a professional social work practitioner and help people to address life challenges.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
International Tuition Fees
$27,133 per year / $27,947 total
Graduate Satisfaction
95.50%

Certificate

Ballarat - Mt Helen
This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who deliver and support person-centred services to individuals and groups. Workers may provide support, advocacy or interventions to individual persons, groups or communities across a range of services.
Duration
32 weeks full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
76.90%

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