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Overview
- Develop expertise in casework, assessment and intervention, practice frameworks, policy, and ethical and legal contexts of practice.
- Complete in 2 years full-time with a flexible mix of online learning, block attendance, and external delivery.
- Peer mentoring partnership with staff.
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Gain experience in extensive field placements supervised by a professional social worker.
| QUT course code | SW80 |
| Attendance | Part-time or Full-time |
| Course duration | 2 years full-time |
| Start month | 2013 February |
| Delivery |
On campus
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| Faculty |
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| Course contact | Enquire |
| CRICOS code | 075076D |
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Details
The Master of Social Work provides its graduates with an internationally recognised qualification in social work. This innovative course incorporates campus and online learning, intensive block teaching and supervised work-integrated field placements. Students work alongside academics to develop a personal learning plan which fits with other commitments and meets the requirements of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
During the course students will develop knowledge and expertise in:
- casework practice
- assessment and intervention
- practice frameworks
- political economy and policy making
- ethical and legal contexts of practice
- transition to social work practice.
The course is designed to meet each student’s aspirations for a high-quality career in direct practice, and supervisory and policy roles in health, government, non-government and not-for-profit sectors.
This course is designed for graduates from other disciplines seeking a qualification in social work. It is not suitable for qualified social workers seeking additional postgraduate study.
NOTE: Some units are offered in block mode and students are required to attend compulsory on-campus sessions which are scheduled during Orientation Week. All commencing students will need to ensure they are available to attend each day from 9am to 5pm. In 2013, Orientation Week begins on 18 February.
Other all-day workshops and classes may be held during semesters (including Saturdays) and information will be available via the class timetable.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Units
Course structure
The Master of Social Work consists of 16 units and can be studied full-time (two years) or part-time (four years). Students undertaking the part-time option may complete Summer Program offerings to accelerate their course completion.
The course includes a minimum 980 hours of field placements supervised by a professional social worker. These placements are undertaken over three practice units.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have successfully completed a relevant Australian undergraduate degree or equivalent, with a grade point average of 4 or above (on a QUT 7-point scale).
This course is designed for graduates from other disciplines seeking a qualification in social work. It is not suitable for qualified social workers seeking additional postgraduate study.
Minimum English language requirements
Students must meet the English proficiency requirements.
| IELTS (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| speaking | 6.0 |
| writing | 6.0 |
| reading | 6.0 |
| listening | 6.0 |
| overall | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| speaking | 20.0 |
| writing | 20.0 |
| reading | 20.0 |
| listening | 20.0 |
| overall | 90.0 |
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Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer courses to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we'll recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
You can complete an IELTS test at our Kelvin Grove campus.
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
2013: $11,700 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)
Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Apply
How to apply for Master of Social Work
You're ready to apply if you have:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for. You can apply for up to 3
- Checked important dates
- Semester 1
201318 January Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.8 February Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available. - Semester 2
20137 June Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.5 July Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available. - Checked you meet the entry requirements
- Checked costs and scholarships
- Checked if you're eligible for credit for prior learning
- Gathered supporting documents
All done? Then you're ready to apply.
