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OpenMaster degree (coursework)Society and Culture

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

ProviderFederation University of Australia
Course code: SIA-86042UniversityStudy area: Society and CultureCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Be an advocate for social justice and human rights. Make a real difference to the lives of people in need. Excel in your career in one of the fastest growing professions.You might be a new graduate looking for a clear career path or an experienced social worker wanting to take the next step in your professional life. Or perhaps you are ready for a career change and want to step into social work. Whatever your background, well prepare you to work across human and community services in government bodies, non-government organisations, community and health services and more. You will become confident working with migrants, people with alcohol, drug and mental health problems and in palliative care, child protection, youth services and much more. You will be exposed to challenging real life situations through 140 days during your studies in social work settings, being mentored by experienced professionals in the field. Then, once you graduate, you can go on to be a qualified social worker, take up management positions or work in national or international policy development.This is an Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accredited qualification, and is an entry qualification into the social work profession. It has been deemed to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards.

Entry requirements

Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.

Postgraduate entry

Entry requirements (year 12) Entry requirements (non year 12) Successful completion of a relevant *Bachelor degree with at least one year of study, or the equivalent of full time studies in social and behavioural sciences. *Relevant Bachelor degrees should have at least one year of study in any of the following disciplines:

English requirement
IELTS Academic 7

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

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