Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
A two-year professional degree preparing graduates to work as social workers in clinical, advocacy, and community settings.
Best for:Best for individuals seeking a career in social work who have a bachelor’s degree in social sciences and are eager to gain practical experience through field placements and specialise in either professional or research-focused social work.
Overview
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) at the University of Southern Queensland is a two-year programme designed to equip students with the skills and hands-on experience needed to become professional social workers. This degree focuses on addressing emotional, social, and economic challenges faced by individuals and communities, with a strong emphasis on cultural safety, responsiveness, and collaboration with First Nations peoples. Students can choose between a professional pathway—tailored with bespoke electives—or a research pathway, which includes an independent research project and potential PhD progression. The programme integrates 1000 hours of field placements to ensure graduates are ready for professional practice in diverse settings such as clinical work, counselling, advocacy, and international development.
What you'll do
- Develop effective communication and creative problem-solving skills to address social challenges.
- Engage in 1000 hours of hands-on field placements to gain practical experience in professional settings.
- Choose between a professional pathway with bespoke social work electives or a research pathway involving an independent research project.
- Practice as a critical ally with marginalized communities and foster cultural safety and responsiveness.
- Work alongside First Nations peoples to promote inclusive and equitable social practices.
- Tailor the degree to specific career interests through elective courses or research projects.
Requirements
Degree required: Completion of an Australian university three-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of one year of Social Science subjects.
Degree offered: Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Language: English proficiency (assumed for international applicants, though not explicitly stated in the source).
Instruction: English
- Ability to engage in professional interviews with academic staff.
- Commitment to completing 1000 hours of field placements.
- Familiarity with social science principles and practices.
- Completion of a three-year bachelor's degree from an Australian university or equivalent.
- Minimum of one year of Social Science subjects in the undergraduate degree.
- Ability to meet additional requirements before starting industry placements.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must complete an online application through the University of Southern Queensland’s portal. They will need to participate in an interview with a panel of staff from the Social Work and Human Services discipline. Additional requirements may apply before starting industry placements.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor's degree)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Interview with academic staff panel
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