Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Prepare for a rewarding career in social work with professional accreditation and practical field placements.
Best for:Best for bachelor's graduates seeking a professionally accredited qualification to enter the social work profession.
Overview
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) at Charles Darwin University equips students with essential skills and knowledge to drive positive change across diverse communities, including urban, regional, remote, and international settings. As a provisionally accredited course by the Australian Association of Social Workers, the program covers core themes such as social justice, human rights, critical reflection, and advocacy. Students engage in practical learning by completing two professional field placements to integrate classroom theory with real-world practice. The curriculum prepares graduates to become eligible for professional membership and active participation in the social work alumni network.
What you'll do
- Complete rigorous coursework exploring social justice, human rights, and critical reflection
- Participate in two professional field placements to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts
- Engage with concepts of culturally responsive practice and social work supervision
- Conduct research and advocacy projects relevant to contemporary community needs
Requirements
Degree required: Recognized bachelor degree in any field, plus the equivalent of one-year full-time study in behavioural or social science units
Degree offered: Master Degree
Language: English proficiency as required by university admission standards for international students
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in behavioural or social sciences equivalent to one year of full-time study
- Critical thinking and analytical skills for assessing social issues
- Capacity for reflective practice in diverse settings
- Must hold a recognized bachelor's degree in any field
- Must have completed the equivalent of one-year full-time study in behavioural or social science units
- Applicants who have completed an AASW-accredited Bachelor of Social Work undergraduate degree are not eligible
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How to apply
Prepare your academic transcripts and proof of prior behavioural or social science study, then submit your application through the official Charles Darwin University course portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior degree
- Identification documents
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