Master of Advanced Social Work (Research)

Masters (Research)

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.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Research)

Duration

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

Course Code

064990E

Study Mode

In person

About this course

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. To be eligible for the award of the degree, you must achieve an average grade of at least H3 (65%) or higher.

Study locations

Parkville

What you will learn

You will be completing a thesis of 30,000 words and two coursework subjects. Refer to the Department of Social Work.

Career pathways

Intended Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the degree will:

acquire research skills and undertake a shorter thesis which is relevant to social work practice and/or social policy;
undertake preparation for advanced practice.

How to apply

Step 1 - Am I Eligible?

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Social Work courses at University of Melbourne.

86.5%

Overall satisfaction

80.5%

Skill scale

72.9%

Teaching scale

82%

Employed full-time

$78.1k

Average salary

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