Master of Social Work (by thesis) in Christchurch New Zealand | University of Canterbury

University of Canterbury | Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 30,900
(c. USD17,971.13)
Attendance
Full-time

The Master of Social Work program requires students to undertake a thesis while studying either full-time or part-time. This MSW degree is specifically designed for professionals in specialized practice, supervisory roles, management positions, or policy analysis and development. The curriculum and research components can be tailored to align with your career objectives and personal interests. Graduates may earn the degree with Distinction or Merit recognition. Pursuing postgraduate studies offers numerous professional advantages, including acquiring specialized expertise, gaining access to certain career paths, improved salary prospects, research proficiency, academic distinction, and demonstrating strong self-motivation.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

To enrol in the MSW, you must have completed one of the following:
a Bachelor of Social Work with First Class or Second Class Honours Division I
any bachelor's degree and the Graduate Diploma in Social Work
any bachelor's degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work with a B+ Grade Point Average or above (or equivalent)
completed an approved qualifying course to the standard to the prerequisite courses.

IELTS: An average score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
TOEFL iBT :Total minimum score of 90, minimum score of 19 in reading, writing and listening.

Tuition NZD 30,900

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