Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

About

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) is an entry qualification into the social work profession, with strong industry recognition. It is designed for professionals in the human and community services sector wishing to gain a postgraduate qualification in social work. Graduates will be equipped to work in every aspect of the human and community services sector including state and federal government bodies, non-governmental organisations, community and health services, the criminal justice system, faith-based agencies, aged care, mental health, not-for-profit organisations and international agencies.

Admission criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• A Bachelor degree in a cognate area (for example social sciences, psychology, community and welfare work, nursing, allied health, counselling), or
• A Bachelor degree with evidence of at least one year of full-time study in social sciences, or equivalent

Applicants must also:

• provide a written 500-word statement, submitted via UAC, outlining their interest in studying social work, and
• complete a national police check in their first trimester of enrolment.

Professional recognition

This is an Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accredited qualification. It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and meets the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS).

Fees and charges

^ Fee listed is the indicative annual course cost for 2024 and is subject to annual review. Students studying at ACAP may also be eligible for FEE-HELP.

Australian Government financial assistance

Australian College of Applied Professions Scholarships

Australian College of Applied Professions fees and financial assistance

Further information

Read the full course details on the ACAP website.

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