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Postgraduate course

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Western Sydney University

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About

This degree combines academic rigour, research training, blended and work-based learning, and 1,008 hours of field education. Topics include: applied social sciences, like the impacts of ageing, alcohol and drug use, empowerment in the workplace, personality, therapies, equity and access, tourism management and urban management. 

There is a strong emphasis on students moving beyond the University and working on projects with people in the community and workplace, ensuring graduating with hands-on skills working with the community at large.

This program is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Admission criteria

Either:

  • undergraduate degree in health, education or society and culture, with a minimum of eight subjects completed in social science or psychology; or
  • completed the Western Sydney University Postgraduate Bridging Program (Social Work) program.

Fees and charges

^ Call Western Sydney University on 1300 897 669 for further information about tuition fees.

Australian Government financial assistance

Western Sydney University scholarships and financial assistance

Equity Scholarships through UAC

Further information

Read the full course details on the Western Sydney University website.

Find out more about postgraduate study at Western.

Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 if you have any queries.