Master of Social Work (By Research)
Advance your professional practice and research skills through an original thesis project in social work.
Best for:Social work professionals seeking to develop advanced research capabilities and contribute to practice-based knowledge.
Overview
The Master of Social Work (By Research) at the University of the Sunshine Coast is an advanced degree program designed for professionals seeking to address complex social challenges through practice-based research. Students will conduct an original research project under the guidance of experienced supervisors to contribute new knowledge to the field of social work. The program emphasizes the development of high-level research skills and the application of academic inquiry to real-world professional practice. Participants are expected to engage deeply with their chosen area of interest to drive social change and improve outcomes for individuals and communities.
What you'll do
- Design and execute an original research project relevant to social work practice.
- Collaborate with academic supervisors to refine research questions and methodology.
- Conduct rigorous literature reviews and data analysis within the chosen field.
- Produce a high-quality thesis that contributes to the existing body of knowledge.
- Engage in professional development to advance academic and research qualifications.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher, or a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB.
Degree offered: Master of Social Work (By Research)
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for postgraduate research admissions.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated capacity for independent research.
- Strong academic writing and analytical skills.
- Professional experience in social work or related fields.
- Hold a recognized Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a minimum GPA of 5.0.
- Alternatively, hold a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB.
- Applicants with equivalent professional research experience may be considered by the Research Degrees Committee.
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- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Research proposal
- CV
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