Master of Social Work (Graduate Entry)
Master of Social Work (Graduate Entry)
Develop the knowledge and skills to practise responsibly and reflectively as a professional social worker. The Master of Social Work is a coursework program designed to provide higher degree coursework and meets the standards set by the Australian Association of Social Workers. The course is available via graduate entry or…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Develop the knowledge and skills to practise responsibly and reflectively as a professional social worker.
The Master of Social Work is a coursework program designed to provide higher degree coursework and meets the standards set by the Australian Association of Social Workers.
The course is available via graduate entry or qualified social worker entry.
What you will study
The program teaches you to research, analyse and articulate a framework for inclusive and ethical professional social work practice. You will develop the skills to identify the cultural context of various approaches and their relevance to specific situations and populations, and to delineate the connections between interpersonal practice, social policy and research. Topics cover areas such as social work with diverse populations, complexities in work with children and families, mental health through the life course, and trauma and resilience.
Your career
Graduates can go on to secure positions in a variety of settings within a framework of relevant legislation and procedures, supporting individuals, families, and groups within the community.
Potential occupations include:
- community services project officer
- social worker
- case manager
- advocacy worker
- mental health worker
- social research officer
- youth pathways project officer.
Potential employers include:
- governmental departments
- hospitals
- health and community centres
- correctional services
- local government
- community service departments
- for-profit human services
- non-government welfare agencies
REQUIREMENTS
Graduate Entry
Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree with a competitive GPA. International applicants will be required to complete two intensive foundation topics. These topics run for one week only prior to the start of first and second semesters. The study of the foundation topics will not incur a tuition fee.
Qualified Social Worker Entry
Applicants must normally hold a Bachelor of Social Work recognised by the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW) or equivalent. Applicants must have completed either an AASW-accredited Bachelor of Social Work Honours, or an AASW-accredited Bachelor of Social Work plus at least two years professional work experience (paid or volunteer) or equivalent.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 7.0 Overall with 7.0 Speaking, 7.0 Writing, 7.0 Reading, 7.0 Listening; TOEFL iBT: 94 Total score with 23 Speaking, 27 Writing, 24 Reading, 24 Listening; Pearson PTE Academic: 65 Overall with 65 Speaking, 65 Writing, 65 Reading, 65 Listening; Cambridge C1 Advanced: 185 Overall with 185 Speaking, 185 Writing, 185 Reading, 185 Listening; Occupational English Test (OET): 350 Speaking, 350 Writing, 350 Reading, 350 Listening; Duolingo: Not accepted.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
