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Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) is a fast-track course for those with a related bachelor degree, offering mixed delivery modes and supervised fieldwork placements. It emphasizes social justice, human rights, and interdisciplinary knowledge.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
MG-SCWK, 100481
Study Mode
In person, Online
Domestic Fees
$10,500 per year
International Fees
$48,422 per year / $86,084 total

About this course

Overview

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.

This course offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) to domestic applicants, which means part of your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government.

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.

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

You must have a relevant bachelor degree completed, including at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (studies of the individual and society), or equivalent prior learning, including appropriate professional experience. Entry into this course is competitive. If your prior degree is not considered relevant, you may be required to undertake prerequisite bridging units before commencing the program.

You will be required to submit supplementary information with your application. Please refer to the application requirements below.

There are limited Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available.

Ranking and Selection Process

  1. Applicants will be ranked and selected based on published entry requirements and entire academic record.
  2. Applicants must provide all required documents and be assessed as eligible to be included in the ranking for an offer.
  3. Meeting the minimum entry requirements and course specific prerequisites, does not guarantee selection.
  4. In the event the course reaches capacity the University reserves the right not to proceed with subsequent offer rounds.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

  • Writing: 7
  • Speaking: 7
  • Reading: 7
  • Listening: 7
  • Overall band score: 7

Application Requirements

Please submit the following documents with your application:

  • CV
  • 1 relevant referee report
  • A personal statement (up to 500 words) which addresses the following criteria:
    • Why you want to be considered for the course
    • Your knowledge of individuals, society and social construction
    • Your experience with diverse populations
  • A police check, a Working with Children Check, and proof of relevant vaccinations will be required for field placement.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • develop, integrate and critically apply social work values, knowledge and principles; provide assessment and intervention that is informed by consumers and the practice context.
  • work inclusively and creatively across diverse practice contexts; provide accountable and responsive leadership; demonstrate professional behaviour consistent with social work values, principles, ethics and practice standards.
  • demonstrate knowledge of relevant national and international social policies and practice standards in order to synthesise knowledge of the interrelationship between local and global issues, and apply an intersectional analysis to social policy domains.
  • apply appropriate communication and interpersonal skills using a variety of media relevant to the audience and guided by the ethical principles of the social work profession that are underpinned by pursuing social justice and upholding human rights.
  • in social work practice with individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations, use appropriate technologies to research, evaluate and synthesise information, involving communicating knowledge within and beyond the discipline of Social Work which generates sustainable solutions appropriate to diverse contexts.
  • establish and sustain intellectual curiosity by using a range of learning strategies, including research informed practice, professional development and supervision.
  • value and respect the knowledge of Indigenous Australians; understand the effects of Australia's colonial history and demonstrate advanced culturally responsive and inclusive practices; demonstrate commitment to social justice including human rights.

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

  • Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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