Bachelor of Social Work in Perth

Bachelor of Social Work

Bachelor

Perth

In this course, you will gain the skills to work with individuals, groups and communities to address barriers that impact quality of life; promote positive relationships; and advocate for human rights and social change at the societal, individual, policy and legislative levels.

Duration

4 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

International Tuition Fees

$9,100 total

Graduate Satisfaction

95.50%

Graduate Certificate in Community Development

Graduate Certificate

Perth

Passionate about finding creative solutions to bring communities together? A Graduate Certificate in Community Development is for those wanting to make a positive difference and establish projects to make their neighbourhoods better places.

Entry Requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent training though not necessarily in an area directly related to the proposed course, or satisfactory preparation for the course through previous study or professional experience.

Duration

1 year full-time

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,640 per year / $8,640 total

Graduate Satisfaction

85.20%

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work

Graduate Diploma

Perth

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory and practice, and research methods.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree or graduate certificate¹, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.
¹A relevant graduate certificate includes a Graduate Certificate in Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice, and Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree or graduate certificate¹, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.
¹A relevant graduate certificate includes a Graduate Certificate in Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice, and Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

83.90%

Community Development

Non-Award

Perth

Explore how to get people more involved in locally designed projects, experience different examples of community development projects and learn about the history of community work, policy and the diversity of communities.

Entry Requirements

As per normal undergraduate admission requirements.

ATAR

70

Graduate Satisfaction

69.70%

Doctor of Social Work

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

83.90%

Certificate IV in Community Services

Certificate

Albany, Bentley, Bunbury, Broome, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Leederville, Murdoch

Progress your career in the community services sector with this qualification.

Entry Requirements

An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
Completion of CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services OR CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is required for entry into this course at Central Regional TAFE, Kalgoorlie Campus and South Regional TAFE, Albany and Bunbury Campuses.
Completion of CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services is required for entry into this course at Central Regional TAFE, Geraldton Campus, North Metropolitan TAFE, Leederville campus, North Regional TAFE, Broome campus and South Metropolitan TAFE, Murdoch campus.
Students must be 18 years of age prior to commencing this course, in order to participate in the work placement.
This course requires immunisations and/or proof of vaccination status before attending mandatory work placement. Costs and vaccine requirements may vary depending on your placement centre and/or doctor's fee schedule. Please follow instructions/advice provided to you during enrolment/orientation. You will not be able to complete your course if these requirements are not met.

Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year / $7,065 total

International Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year / $7,065 total

Master of Community Development

Masters (Coursework)

Perth

Passionate about finding creative solutions to bring communities together? A Master of Community Development is for those wanting to make a difference through positive change to make their neighbourhood a better place.

Entry Requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent training, though not necessarily in an area directly related to the course, or satisfactory preparation through previous study or professional experience.

Duration

2 years full-time

Domestic Tuition Fees

$17,280 per year / $34,560 total

International Tuition Fees

$34,320 per year / $68,640 total

Graduate Satisfaction

85.20%

Graduate Certificate in Social Policy Practice

Graduate Certificate

Perth

The course enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory, practice and research methods.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Certificate III in Community Services

Certificate

Albany, Bentley, Bunbury, Broome, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Leederville, Murdoch

Start your career in making a difference to communities with this qualification.

Entry Requirements

An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
Completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 10.
This course requires immunisations and/or proof of vaccination status before attending mandatory work placement. Costs and vaccine requirements may vary depending on your placement centre and/or doctor's fee schedule. Please follow instructions/advice provided to you during enrolment/orientation. You will not be able to complete your course if these requirements are not met.

Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year / $7,065 total

International Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year / $7,065 total

Master of Social Work

Masters (Coursework)

Perth

This course prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies. This is for students with any undergraduate degree who would like to pursue a professional qualification in social work....

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent, calculated by UWA
a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent
a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months. (Please note: eligible applicants can meet this requirement after an offer has been made)

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent;
and
(c) a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English language requirements

The ELC requirement may be satisfied by:

At least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in one of the following countries:

Australia
New Zealand
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland
United States of America
Canada (except Quebec)
South Africa, where studies are taught and assessed in English.

OR

A valid IELTS (Academic) minimum score of 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each section.

To be considered for the MSW, ELC must be satisfied by the application closing date.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

83.90%

Bachelor of Social Work in Perth