Fraser Coast,
QLD,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work (Qualifying) in Sippy Downs Australia | University of the Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast
|
Sippy Downs Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
27,000
(c. USD19,043.1)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Enhance your expertise to contribute to a more equitable society. As communities confront contemporary issues, social workers combat systemic disparities and prevent marginalization. This professionally recognized, advanced qualification empowers you to drive significant impact. Through this course, you will:
Hone your abilities as a thoughtful, analytical social work professional
Acquire cutting-edge knowledge and techniques for social initiatives, community building, policy evaluation, advocacy, and research
Combine academic theory with hands-on experience across diverse sectors such as healthcare, child welfare, disabilities, addiction, domestic violence, housing insecurity, youth services, family support, aged care, refugee assistance, and Indigenous programs
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible for admission:
Applicants must hold a relevant 3-year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) that contains at least one year, or the equivalent, of full-time studies in social and behavioural sciences. This is the minimum entry requirement as set out by the ASWEAS guidelines (2019).
If an applicant's prior degree has not specifically addressed the above, they may be required to undertake additional foundational study as determined by the School of Social Science (usually the Program Coordinator of Master of Social Work (Qualifying)).
To be accepted into the program, international students who have not completed a Year 12 or equivalent secondary school level qualification or higher qualification in the English language consistent with the requirements for admission to AQF Level 9 degree course in Australia must have a minimum score of 7.0 or higher in each component (listening, reading, writing and speaking) of the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test upon application.
Applicants must complete a Personal Statement Form (up to 500 words) detailing the following:
What is your motivation to choose a career pathway into Social Work and what are the qualities you bring
How do your previous studies and experience align with the degree
Applicants may also be required to attend an interview.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 in each subtest
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 98 with 27 for writing, 24 for listening and reading, and 23 for speaking
Applicants must hold a relevant 3-year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) that contains at least one year, or the equivalent, of full-time studies in social and behavioural sciences. This is the minimum entry requirement as set out by the ASWEAS guidelines (2019).
If an applicant's prior degree has not specifically addressed the above, they may be required to undertake additional foundational study as determined by the School of Social Science (usually the Program Coordinator of Master of Social Work (Qualifying)).
To be accepted into the program, international students who have not completed a Year 12 or equivalent secondary school level qualification or higher qualification in the English language consistent with the requirements for admission to AQF Level 9 degree course in Australia must have a minimum score of 7.0 or higher in each component (listening, reading, writing and speaking) of the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test upon application.
Applicants must complete a Personal Statement Form (up to 500 words) detailing the following:
What is your motivation to choose a career pathway into Social Work and what are the qualities you bring
How do your previous studies and experience align with the degree
Applicants may also be required to attend an interview.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 in each subtest
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 98 with 27 for writing, 24 for listening and reading, and 23 for speaking
Tuition
AUD
27,000